Case Associate
Queens On-site
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About the role
The Jewish Board’s Adult Residential Division supports adults with serious and persistent mental illness to live in the community with as much independence as possible. Using a non-judgmental, harm-reduction approach, staff model and guide residents to create and meet personalized recovery goals, develop independent living skills, and live in a healthy and secure manner. Our work is guided by principles that underscore the critical importance of stable housing, use a culturally competent and anti-racist lens, and respect the dignity and legitimacy of each individual’s journey. The Case Associate is the intermediate level of direct care staff working with residents of the Jewish Board supported housing programs in order to help residents live in the community as independently as possible.
What you'll bring
- Experience working with individuals living with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, or trauma required.
- AA degree and two years of experience in a community mental health setting or
- HS/HSE degree and at least five (5) years of experience in a community mental health setting.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Ability and willingness to learn new systems and application software.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive agency van preferred.