Case Manager - Erie County Re-Entry Services Support Alliance

The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire a full-time Case Managerfor our Erie County Re-Entry Services Support Alliance (ECRSSA) at the YMCA of Greater Erie location. Are you empathetic, driven, and committed to our community? Do you love building strong relationships with clients and the community? If so, please read on!

This position pays $19.23-$20.50/hour depending on experience. Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health & dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your programming and sports development knowledge, apply today!

ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER ERIE

We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Our cause is to strengthen the community. We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families. Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide. Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school-age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.

We value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work-life balance and be treated with respect. We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for full and part-time employees. We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing. Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CASE MANAGER

As a Case Manager for our Erie County Re-Entry Services Support Alliance (ECRSSA) program, you are responsible for the development and coordination of service support plans for transitioning clients and community based clients who are identified through the Group Violence Reduction Strategy (GVRS) and Reentry Support Services Alliance. Duties require working one-on-one with individuals to identify needs and connecting those individuals with the appropriate services to assure barriers are eliminated that would prevent follow through of service. Responsibilities include coordinating linkages and referrals to community providers for employment opportunities, education/training, housing, transportation, treatment services, mentoring and other comprehensive supports and services.

You are someone who has existing or can build relationships with the community and can leverage those contacts to support the program as you work directly with transitioning clients and local service providers to develop a plan for reintegration from incarceration into the Erie community. You are also conscientious about keeping records up to date and accurate and ensuring compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations. As someone who loves your job, you happily attend and participate in all trainings and program activities.

You can read more about the Erie County Re-Entry Services and Support Alliance on the UnifiedErie website here

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CASE MANAGER

• At least 21 years of age
• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership or related field and two years of experience or a minimum of 6 years' experience in restorative justice, victim advocacy, offender services or related field.
• Experience in supporting, empowering and managing individuals.
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both teens and adults in the areas of interpersonal relationships, mediation and conflict resolution.
• Must be willing to work with a diverse group including the prison population.
• Must be able to plan, organize and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Must have working knowledge of computer systems.
• Must have the ability to adhere to confidentiality and security policies as required.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule, which includes evenings, early mornings and weekends, as needed.
• Must have valid PA driver's license and full-time access to reliable, private transportation.
• Must maintain appropriate auto insurance coverage as per agency policy.
• Must meet immigration law requirements.
• PA Child Abuse, PA State Police Criminal Records Check and other applicable clearances and required pre-employment trainings.
• Pre-employment drug testing to be administered prior to employment

Are you a person who especially enjoys interacting with people? Are you passionate about being a part of the solution? If so, you might just be perfect for this position!

FULL-TIME WORK SCHEDULE

This typical schedule for this full-time position is 37.5 hours per week, days of the week can vary based on program needs.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this full-time position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!