Youth Advocate - Utica, United States - RCIL

Description

Job Description

Job Duties:

The Case Manager will serve youth with disabilities who may be at risk due to any of the following: behavioral issues, a lack of community-based support services, lack of achievement in school or lack of social skills.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct a youth risk assessment to determine their potential for crisis.
• Complete Support Service Plan to support identified needs.
• Maintain regular contact with participants and their family members to monitor progress. This includes visits at mutually agreed upon locations (including the home).
• Maintain and/or update case files.
• Provide information and referral services.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience working with youth and/or individuals with disabilities, either professionally or personally.
• Strong advocacy, networking, and organizational skills.
• Computer skills, including outlook and Microsoft programs.
• Knowledge of community-based services.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Education:

• An Associates Degree is preferred; a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience may be considered in leu of higher education.

Benefits:

• 16 annual vacation days, 12 annual sick days, and 13 annual paid holidays (now includes Eid-Al-Fitr and Yom Kippur).
• 401K with up to 10% employer investment
• Heavily subsidized health/vision/dental insurance
• Additional benefits available

RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.

RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Travel Required: Yes

Location: Utica, NY