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Theirc

Economic Empowerment Program Manager

Missoula, MT

$114K - $115K/yr

The Economic Empowerment Program Manager will build a workforce development program for IRC Montana from the ground up - designing service delivery, establishing employer and community partnerships ...

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Case Manager/Economic Empowerment Specialist

Volunteers of America Greater New York

Bronx, NY • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

386th of 771 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Case Manager/Economic Empowerment Specialist

The Economic Empowerment Specialist (EES) for the Career Access Program will play a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities by providing personalized service coordination and community outreach. This individual will be responsible for identifying eligible participants for the program, developing and implementing individualized career access plans, and connecting clients to essential resources and benefits. The EES will collaborate with a range of community organizations, agencies, and partners to ensure program participants have the tools they need to succeed in their career and training goals.

Career Access program is a community outreach initiative designed to offer vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.

Location: Bronx, NY 10455

Minimum Qualifications:

  • The position requires a bachelor's degree or 60 college credits and three+ years' experience in workforce development or vocational rehabilitation, or satisfactory combination of education and experience.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, business writing skills, the ability to work well with others, and prioritize and take initiative.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.

Economic Empowerment Specialist Principal Responsibilities:

  • In collaboration with participants, develop individualized service plans and provide referrals, vocational counseling, and support services to achieve goals.
  • Conduct screening for brain injury and concussion and provide psychoeducation, advocacy and support related to diagnosis, symptoms and treatment of brain injury.
  • Provide referrals for cognitive assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for people with suspected or confirmed brain injury or other cognitive or neurological conditions.
  • Assist participants in accessing available resources, including benefits and social services, with a focus on connecting clients to crucial services such as the SOAR application for SSI/SSDI benefits and other relevant financial supports.
  • Provide financial counseling related to credit repair, money management and budgeting, etc.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with community organizations, service providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to strengthen the program's impact and ensure clients have access to comprehensive support.
  • Provide and document all services in alignment with program and agency-wide policies and procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

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