Case Manager

Jewish Community Services (JCS) is seeking one full-time (37.5 hrs./wk.) Case Manager to provide direct client-oriented case management services to older adults. The Case Manager’s goal is to foster and monitor client independence and promote self- sufficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong customer service skills.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develops individualized needs assessments and service (treatment) plans and reviews plans based on client needs.

• Establishes an advocacy relationship to provide support services and agency and community resources.
• Assists with personal budgeting of income and expenses and implements the agency’s financial assistance policy as needed.
• Uses supervision to identify case management issues, transference, and countertransference, as well as, to identify learning needs and growth areas.

Experience/Skills:

• 2 years related work experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a human services or related field.
• Must have experience accessing community resources for older adults.
• Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and work with multiple entries congruently.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Jewish traditions, culture, and values.
• Proficiency in the Russian Language preferred but not required.

The PERKS of Working at JCS: Comprehensive Benefit Plan + 401(k) match + Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays + Free JCC gym membership+ Professional Development Opportunities + Legal Shield + Pet Insurance + MD 529 College Savings Plans

JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All opportunities at JCS are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of criminal background clearances, drug test, and degree and/or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.