Forensic Case Manager - Queens TASC MH

Join Our Team as an Forensic Case Manager!

Are you passionate about supporting the behavioral health & justice involved population, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Forensic Case Manager for our Queens TASC Mental Health Division.

• Wage: $28 per hour
• Schedule: 9AM-5PM, Monday- Friday
• Location: 120-34 Queens Blvd Suite 410 in Kew Gardens, NY

Primary Purpose of Job:

The Forensic Case Manager provides screening, treatment planning, case management, and court reporting of eligible substance abusing and/or mentally ill (co-occurring) clients.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison to the courts and correctional facilities. Provide screening services for the more routine and less complex cases within the judicial system for clients involved with alcohol or drug abuse and/or presents evidence of mental illness to ascertain appropriate treatment.
• Following a comprehensive screening works with supervision to effectuate referrals to mental health, drug abuse, or alcoholism facility and accompanies and/or arranges transportation for clients to the appropriate facility when necessary.
• Assist clients in applying for and receiving public and private benefits.
• Maintain case documentation available for review by supervision at any time, i.e. client records, including progress notes and all other relevant information to assist clients and to comply with program requirements.
• Maintain a caseload of clients and monitor their participation in the treatment program through case management appointments, reviewing progress reports, and conferencing cases with treatment personnel.
• Prepare and present written and oral status reports to the criminal justice system in a timely manner regarding client's progress.
• Investigate and recommend supportive services for clients.
• Conduct drug testing on clients of the Program as needed and timely visits to treatment and correctional facilities.
• Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision or EAC Administration

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, counseling, forensic psychology, psychology, sociology, or criminology and/or a significant combination of education and experience in either mental health, substance abuse or criminal justice required.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work cooperatively with treatment and criminal justice systems.
• Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.
• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job - you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
• We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna.
• Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.