Case Manager Position Available In New York, New York

WSFSSH MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence and dignity of each resident. WSFSSH creates and preserves affordable housing while supporting the development of healthy neighborhoods.

JOB SUMMARY

The Caseworker reports to the Director of the Center and will provide a comprehensive range of case management services to the members of the Older Adult Center.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for developing and maintaining client files (written and computerized). Responsible for entering information/units/case notes into the agency database. Serve as a mediator in solving issues between clients and service providers (placing phone calls on behalf of the client). Assistance with benefits and entitlements and follow ups: HEAP applications Cash Assistance applications Access

• A•Ride applications Session 8 renewal applications Medicaid applications Medicare saving programs applications SCRIE initial, renewal and TAC adjustments forms Health Insurance plan enrollment and dis-enrollment Voter registration Assist with NYC 210 Tax Credit forms SNAP initial, renewal applications and schedule SNAP interviews Reduced•Fare MetroCard applications Schedule doctor’s appointments.

Call for Housing repairs Immigration assistance and information. NYC ID applications. Assistance with filling out money orders and checks. Assistance with medical, mental health services, and long-term care service, when appropriate. Provide information and referrals to outside agencies, where appropriate. Assistance with mail transportation and mail organization. Telephone Reassurance calls. Monthly units report.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

Fluency in written and oral English required Bi-lingual Spanish a plus Good written and oral communication skills. Good organizational ability, time management and interpersonal skills. Desire or interest in working and supporting an aging population

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS

4-year degree in Social Work with 4 years of experience working with the elderly population; OR, 8 years of Case Manager experience in lieu of degree.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time with heavy usage of computers. Benefit Overview Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long

• term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more.

Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time. EEO Policy or Statement WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. Monday

• Friday, 8a-4p 35 Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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