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Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow

Advance and Earn Social Worker

Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) is looking for a youth-focused, dedicated Case Manager to support Opportunity Youth ages 16-24 in the Advance and Earn Program. Under the supervision of the Support Services Supervisor, the Case Manager will provide counseling and case management services to 25 participants at all stages of the Digital Marketing program in Advance and Earn.

Advance and Earn is an exciting new program that supports opportunity youth ages 16-24 in three program components including contextualized academic programming at the pre-HSE level, comprehensive High School Equivalency and work-based learning, and sector-focused advanced training.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Provide strength-based case management and counseling to young adults at all phases of the Advance and Earn model

Maintain case tracking, case conferencing, and group supervision models to ensure that young adults and staff are holistically supported

Participate in clinical supervision

Provide case management and crisis management as required

Attend relevant professional development and provide referrals for external training for staff

Develop and facilitate essential skills workshops

Monitor the flow of young adults throughout program components

Enter and track data in all relevant systems

Input case notes and participant assessments

Participate in all team meetings, required trainings, and case conferences

Work cohesively with an interdisciplinary team to provide multi-tiered interventions

Monitor and track student attendance

Monitor and track MetroCard distribution

Develop and facilitate retention events for students

Engage participant stakeholders, such as families and community partners to ensure the best outcomes for youth

Monitor and facilitate intakes, outreach, and ongoing student assessments throughout the program

Assist with administrative tasks when needed

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Have experience working with young adults from varying backgrounds and experiences

Be proactive in identifying resources for referral and crisis management assistance

Have prior demonstrated success in working cohesively with an interdisciplinary team

Have experience in developing and monitoring case notes and client assessments

Have experience conducting client intakes and interviews

Demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners

Possess a passion for working with Opportunity Youth

Believe that workforce development and equity are inextricably linked

Be driven to create a strong culture of high accountability and high support

Have experience engaging and building relationships with varied stakeholders including young adults, families, staff, and community partners

Lead by example and model integrity

Value and cultivate a learning environment, embody a growth mindset

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree required, MSW preferred

Must have 5-7 years of case management experience

Experience in workforce and young adult programs required

Salary Range: $55-65,000

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