Care Manager

Job DetailsJob Location: James Street Offices - Syracuse, NY 13202Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $24.23 - $24.23 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesThe Care Manager provides service coordination for children who have been diagnosed with serious emotional issues, developmental disabilities, chronic medical conditions, or have experienced complex trauma.  Responsibilities:  The Care Manager serves as a single point of contact to manage, on a continuous basis, all of the unique medical, behavioral, and social needs of families.   The program supports children in the least-restrictive home or community setting while linking children and their families to services which provide opportunities for improving health and well-being.   They assess the need for services, develop service plans, complete home visits and link the child and caregiver to identified services.   The Care Manager assists in stabilizing the child's environment and advocates for the child and family’s needs.  Care Manager’s responsibilities are established by the Department of Health and the Children’s Health Home of Upstate New York.   Qualifications Highly motivated, independent, organized, and strong written and verbal communication skills.    Required Education and Experience:   Candidates must have a Bachelor’s of Arts or Science with 2 years of relevant experience, OR a license as a Registered Nurse with 2 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s with one year of relevant experience.  Additional Eligibility Qualifications:  Candidates must have some afternoon/evening hours available and must be willing to travel.   Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  Candidates must successfully complete all mandatory trainings, background checks, and certifications as required by Elmcrest, the Department of Health and the Children’s Health Home of Upstate New York.   Essential Job Qualifications:  Ability to lift 20 pounds without assistance.  Ability to sit, squat, crouch and stand for elongated periods of time  Ability to lift arms over head in upward reaching motion.   Ability to walk up and downstairs up to several times per day.  Varying levels of travel as determined by departmental needs may be required with this position.