Case Manager - Staten Island: Sunday-Thursday, 40hrs

About ADAPT Community Network ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC, provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. In a team of 3,000 employees, we empower individuals to live fuller, happier, healthier lives through innovative, comprehensive services. Job Type Full-time Description Under supervision of the Program Director, the Case Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Life Plans for the people we support in one of our residential settings. This role ensures that services align with regulatory requirements, agency standards, and the personal goals of each individual. The Case Manager provides advocacy, coordination of services, and family engagement, while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide social services to each person we support, working toward maximizing social functioning, enhancing family coping capacity, asserting rights, and fostering human dignity. Develop, monitor, and update Individualized Service Plans in accordance with regulatory and agency policies. Participate in and chair interdisciplinary team meetings; document, interpret, and follow up on recommendations. Collaborate with residential staff, clinical staff, and service providers to ensure coordinated support. Identify individual aptitudes, interests, and preferences and develop goals and activities that reflect person‑centered planning. Document functional assessments and review plans of care as needed. Provide supervision, training, and guidance to Residence Program Specialists on Life Plan implementation, data collection, and best practices. Maintain regular and meaningful contact with families, guardians, and community stakeholders. Advocate for the rights of the people we support and ensure benefits and entitlements are applied for in a timely manner. Coordinate admissions, including referral materials, family contacts, and arrangements for day programming. Serve as liaison to day programs, clinics, service coordination, and other external partners. Provide support in activities of daily living and community outings as needed. Ensure adaptive equipment is available, maintained, and used appropriately. Maintain accurate, timely documentation, including monthly case notes, progress updates, and family contacts. Assist with discharge planning and systematic follow‑up to ensure smooth transitions to community‑based services. Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion. Keep abreast of changes in the field and apply updated knowledge to practice. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field (required). Minimum of one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (required). Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact effectively with clients, families, staff, and outside agencies. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic record systems. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information. Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with flexibility in scheduling. Passion for ADAPT’s mission and commitment to the non‑profit disability sector. Compensation $29.43 per hour (after probation) plus industry‑leading benefits for all full‑time employees. Benefits Paid training, competitive benefits, and a team culture focused on learning, support, collaboration, and career growth. Equal Opportunity Employer ADAPT Community Network is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates from diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr