SUNY Orange
Responsibilities
The Jr. Case Manager will help plan, coordinate and supervise the activities of individuals enrolled in the Youth Employment Program and Summer Youth Employment Programs. The essential role of the Jr. Case Manager will be to teach the participants proper work ethic, including honesty, integrity, punctuality, teamwork, respect for co‑workers and supervisors, and effective communication skills.
The Jr. Case Manager will also handle the maintenance of participant records, perform data entry and case note activities. Organization skills and computer experience are a must for this role. Candidates must have strong counseling skills to motivate clients and to identify and overcome barriers using a supportive approach.
They will act as a coach by preparing and mentoring youth during their Summer Youth Employment Program, which may include encouraging appropriate dress, attitude, interview skills and other job readiness training. This will involve visiting and monitoring worksites to ensure participants are completing age‑appropriate duties, gaining rewarding work experience, ensuring adequate work is provided with proper supervision, and that youth are in a safe environment. The position requires the ability to travel between Orange County worksites, offices, and other locations as needed.
Qualifications
Associate degree or higher OR completion of 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university; OR two years’ experience in the human services field. Must be computer literate.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR Associate’s degree and one (1) year’s experience working in job training, placement or human services program.
Good knowledge of the cultural, environmental and personal factors influencing the lives of economically disadvantaged, low‑income, unemployed or otherwise facing barriers to employment.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, co‑workers, employees and the public.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
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The Jr. Case Manager will also handle the maintenance of participant records, perform data entry and case note activities. Organization skills and computer experience are a must for this role. Candidates must have strong counseling skills to motivate clients and to identify and overcome barriers using a supportive approach.
They will act as a coach by preparing and mentoring youth during their Summer Youth Employment Program, which may include encouraging appropriate dress, attitude, interview skills and other job readiness training. This will involve visiting and monitoring worksites to ensure participants are completing age‑appropriate duties, gaining rewarding work experience, ensuring adequate work is provided with proper supervision, and that youth are in a safe environment. The position requires the ability to travel between Orange County worksites, offices, and other locations as needed.
Qualifications
Associate degree or higher OR completion of 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university; OR two years’ experience in the human services field. Must be computer literate.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR Associate’s degree and one (1) year’s experience working in job training, placement or human services program.
Good knowledge of the cultural, environmental and personal factors influencing the lives of economically disadvantaged, low‑income, unemployed or otherwise facing barriers to employment.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, co‑workers, employees and the public.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
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