**Clinical Case Manager** **Position Summary** Under the general supervision of the program supervisor or designee, the Clinical Case Manager works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals. This position works closely with community partners, providing advocacy, professional services and support towards the goal of helping the individual live successfully in the community. **Responsibilities** : + Performs all work in a manner consistent with NYAP’s mission, values and philosophies. + Provides case management, natural support/kin linkage, linkage to community resources, advocacy, and other professional supports on behalf of the individual served. + Applies evidence-based services modality in service delivery and documentation. + Screens referrals for mental health services, determine severity and services needed. + Works as a member for the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support program goals. + Assists clients in obtaining public entitlement benefits and proper documentation needed. + Assists clients in scheduling medical appointments and obtaining medical care. + Assists clients in medication management and medication compliance. + Applies clinical skills to help screen individuals for the program. + Provides case consultation and clinical support to the treatment team. + Fosters people skills to be able to connect with clients. + Develops comprehensive front-end assessment of potential clients. + Completes clinical assessment of potential clients. + Drives/travels to provide community-based services as needed. + Participates in weekly clinical staffing meetings to provide clinical feedback to assist clients in meeting their treatment goals. + Utilizes standardized assessment/screening tools effectively in order to help gage client appropriateness for services. + Diagnoses mental illness with knowledge of DSM VI. + Creates linkage and referrals for follow up services. + Provides individual therapy. + Assists clients in the community with adult living tasks such as grocery shopping, bill payments, and other household tasks. + Functions fluently in usage of electronic health record system. + Assists clients in their home with maintaining the home environment and adult living skills. + Actively participates in continuous quality assurance processes, weekly supervision/program, and planning meetings. + Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (Master’s Degree preferred) or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution. + 3 years of work experience working in direct service with individuals and families strongly preferred. + Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record. + A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of the individuals and persons served. + Capacity to be flexible and responsive to system partners and internal customers. + Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. + The ability to demonstrate tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others. + The capacity to effectively work with and to be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. + Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs. **Driving and Vehicle Requirements** + Valid driver’s license + Reliable personal transportation + Good driving record + **Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability** If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment **Who We Are** National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families. **Working At NYAP** + C **ompetitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)** + **Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance** + **22 days off each year** + **11 paid holidays per year** + **Student loan repayment assistance** + **Tuition assistance** + **Friday Summer hours** + **Work anniversary trips** + **Mileage reimbursement** + **Peace Leave** **Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.** **The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.** An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.