Case Manager

Job DetailsJob Location: Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School - Brooklyn, NY 11204Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $30.22 - $32.98 HourlyJob Shift: Day and occasional weekends and eveningsJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

 

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. Today, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services agency and offers more than 50 programs at over 35 sites throughout New York City, including early childhood education, school-age care, youth services, workforce development, community services, and senior services. CPC strives to be the premier social service and leadership development organization. In 2017, CPC launched Advancing Our CommUNITY, its organization-wide strategy to expand services to address persistent needs and emerging trends and to improve leadership skills among staff and community members. In 2022, our core programs and emergency services reached 200,000 people living in all five boroughs and all 51 city council districts. In the summer of 2022, CPC was recognized as the number one Chinese American organization in New York City to recommend to a Chinese immigrant looking for in-language and culturally competent resources according to a recent survey. This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible work and dedication of our staff. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/)

 

DIVISION SUMMARY

 

CPC Education and Career Services (ECS) provides dynamic programs and activities that bridge youth and adults with their highest educational, economic and leadership potential. ECS believes it is never too early or too late to start learning, which is why an asset-based approach is used to maximize clients’ current strengths. Whether in schools, community centers, or internship sites, ECS creates equitable learning environments that promote leadership development, self-advocacy, and community building. ECS programs equip clients with essential skills and experiences today so that they are empowered to take the next step tomorrow.

 

PROGRAM SUMMARY

 

The Learn and Earn Program provides work readiness skills training, college access support, leadership development and employment opportunities for youth and young adults. Youth are equipped with the experience and skills necessary to make a successful transition into adulthood and are empowered to become stronger advocates for themselves and their communities.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 


Help students cope with disabilities, behavior management, mental health issues and other potential barriers to their success
Provide intervention for students with significant social, emotional and/or behavioral needs
Implement individual behavior/growth plans and provide case management services
Refers students and parents to appropriate support resources, monitor and accelerate the progress of the student and parents referred
Document participant case notes, track progress, and maintain program files
Develop and facilitate interactive workshops related to career exploration, work readiness, higher education, financial literacy, leadership development, and other life skills
Build a network of worksites for summer internship opportunities
Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance programming
Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Director

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

 

Education and Experience:


Bachelor’s in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Youth Studies or related field; Masters preferred
At least 2 years of leadership experience in the youth development field and/or previous experience working with High School aged-youth


 

Skills and Competencies:


Strong work ethic and demonstrated passion for working with immigrant and low-income communities, and youth development
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; has knowledge of youth and immigrant issues
Knowledge of MS office applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Webex
Bilingual in Spanish, Chinese and/or another language a plus


 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

 


$30.22 - $32.98 per hour; 35 hours per week with occasional evenings and weekends as needed
CPC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to generous paid time off (holiday, sick and vacation time), Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance Coverage, Commuter Benefits, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan


 

HOW TO APPLY

 

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Julio Peña III, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.

 

 

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.