About this opportunity
ACE (Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless, Inc.) lists this Case Manager / Aftercare Associate opportunity in queens, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Association of Community Employment Programs (ACE) empowers individuals with histories of homelessness, incarceration, and addiction to secure full-time employment and achieve long-term economic independence. We serve individuals throughout NYC, providing job training, work experience, a host of wrap-around services, and a lifetime support network.
ACE seeks a Case Manager / Associate for its aftercare program, Project Stay. Project Stay assists graduates of our job-readiness training program with maintaining employment, increasing earning power over time, and transitioning to economic independence. Under the supervision of the Aftercare Coordinator, the associate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Employment Retention & Tracking
Remain in contact with graduates via meetings, phone contact, and occasional visits to places of employment
Explore work-related issues with graduates, troubleshoot employment issues, provide coaching and support in resolving issues
Facilitate monthly groups for graduates, focusing on work-related and independent living topics
Track graduate employment data and collect pay stubs, as directed by Aftercare Coordinator
Transitioning to Independence / Establishing a Supportive Network
Address issues related to the transition to independent living including housing, healthcare, transitioning off of benefits, financial health, sobriety management, wellness, and time management
Assist with the coordination of bi - monthly social events for graduates and program participants
Foster a supportive community that encourages graduates to remain connected to ACE, develop programming as appropriate to respond to graduate needs
Provide light-touch financial coaching to graduates and/or connect graduates with financial coaches
Facilitate classes for participants in our job-readiness program, preparing them for the transition to employment
Job Search Support / Vocational Advancement
Provide job search support as needed for graduates, update resumes
Assist graduates in accessing educational and professional opportunities to increase earning power
Work with Project Stay Coordinator to connect graduates to training grants
Other Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating graduation ceremonies and social events
Assist with publishing of monthly graduate newsletter
Manage ACE text line for mass communications with graduates
Maintain graduate Facebook page
Make referrals to and maintain relationships with support services and outside agencies, as needed
All other duties assigned by Aftercare Coordinator
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
At least two years experience in human services is desired
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet navigation; comfortable learning new programs
An ability to excel in high-volume, fast-paced environments
Organized, meticulous, and comfortable working with data
Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable working with a diverse population
A commitment to helping formerly homeless individuals transition to self-sufficiency and pursue their long-term vocational goals
About this Role:
This role is performed in-person in Long Island City, Queens. Schedule is Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm, plus occasional evenings for special programming.
Who can apply
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