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Case Management Technician/Street Outreach Worker

Case Management Technician

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree in health or human services plus one year of qualifying human services experience including case management or casework with persons who have HIV infection, a history of mental illness, homelessness or chemical dependence, OR a High School diploma or GED and two years of qualifying experience. Requires the ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, races, sexual orientations and gender identities or expressions. Ability to speak Spanish and/or ASL preferred. Must have a reliable vehicle and meet the agency driving policy requirements for this position, including but not limited to a valid NYS driver’s license and proof of required automobile insurance. Must be able to lift, load and unload up to 25lbs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Assist with intakes, assessments, service plan development and referrals.
2. Identify, arrange and coordinate services.
3. Document each client interaction comprehensively and concisely, including updating service plans, goals and reassessments.
4. Escort clients to and from appointments as needed.
5. Make phone calls to appropriate agencies to advocate for services.
6. Conduct home visits and community follow-up to monitor services and the client’s status.
7. Maintain relationships with service providers and referral sources.
8. Participate in case conferences when changes in mental/health status occur and at time of reassessment.
9. Compile statistics and other information upon request.
10. Demonstrate developing knowledge of community resources.
11. Demonstrate developing knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related issues.
12. Adhere to all government and funder regulations.
13. Provide and document the required hours of case management and supportive services.
14. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Reports to Associate Director of Client Services

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday = 32 hours per week

Location: University Ave Office

Street Outreach Worker

Temporary Position (for up to 2 years)

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience with target population and fluency in Spanish preferred. Requires the ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, races, sexual orientations and gender identities or expressions. Must be able to meet agency driving policy requirements for this position, including a valid NYS Driver License, a good driving record and proof of required automobile insurance. Evening hours and schedule flexibility required. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Target outreach sites where injectors congregate.
2. Assist the street outreach team in providing risk reduction information, condoms, and bleach kits into targeted high-risk neighborhoods.
3. Prepare and maintain inventory of street outreach and ESAP materials.
4. Provide HIV pre/post test counseling
5. Refer outreach contacts to appropriate services.
6. Drive outreach van to events.
7. Compile statistics for monthly reporting.
8. Demonstrate developing knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related issues.
9. Assist with unloading and storage of outreach supplies.
10. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Reports to Director of Prevention Services

Schedule: Tuesday = 8 hours per week

Location: Central Ave Office

SALARY: $25,000

RESUMES: Personnel Department

DEADLINE: Until Filled

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