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Join Our Team as a Case Manager!
 

Are you passionate about supporting the justice involved population, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Case Manager to join our Suffolk Transitional Case Management Substance Use Disorder Program!

Wage: $27/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM and 2-3 days 7:30AM-3:30PM in the Yaphank and Riverhead correctional facilities
Location: 80 Wheeler Road Central Islip

What drives the core purpose of this job:

The Case Manager for the Suffolk Substance Use Disorder Transitional Case Management Program (TCM-SUD) is responsible for providing enhanced transition planning and care management services to persons with substance use disorders who are being released from local correctional facilities who are returning to Suffolk County. The Case Manager will work within the Suffolk County Correctional facilities located in Riverhead and Yaphank.

What are the key Responsibilities:

1. Provide services to a target population of incarcerated Suffolk County residents, eighteen (18) years of age and older with a documented substance use disorder (SUD). Services shall be provided both pending and post release to persons being released from local correctional facilities who are returning to Suffolk County. 
2. Meet with Suffolk County Correctional Facility’s Jail Substance Use Unit staff to identify and accept clients who could benefit from SUD-TCM services. 
3. Develop integrated reentry service plans and provide a copy of service plans with linkages to post-release services to the Jail Behavioral Health Unit.
4. Assist individuals being released from incarceration in applying for and obtaining all necessary benefits and entitlements; and facilitate the connection of individuals to appropriate aftercare services, housing, vocational/educational services, and related peer support networks in order to reduce the risk of psychiatric relapse leading to re-incarceration or hospitalization. 
5. Assist individuals with linkage to an OASAS licensed facility and/or a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) provider upon release.
6. Work closely with the Suffolk County Department of Social Services to ensure timely activation of Medicaid and other benefits. 
7. Track necessary data as required.
8. Ensure timely linkages to community care management including Health Home Care Management. 
9. Maintain complete client records and have available for inspection by Supervision at any time.
10. Maintain caseload through ongoing client contact.      
11. Attend meetings and clinical trainings.
12. Transport and escort clients to/from appointments when needed.     
13. Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.

What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Criminal Justice or CASAC. At least two years of experience working with the substance use and criminal justice involved population.
2. Knowledge of available treatment services and ability to work cooperatively with housing, treatment and mental health systems.
3.  Must have valid NYS (New York State) Driver’s License and be willing to transport clients to appointments using own vehicle. Must provide proof of valid NYS car insurance and Defensive Driving Certificate within 30 days of hire. Valid registration, inspection and Automobile Insurance Liability of a recommended minimum of 100,000/300,000 will also be evaluated upon hire.  
4. Good communication skills, both oral and written. 
5. Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

What We Offer:

• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.

• We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna in 2024 and 2025.

• Additionally, all employees are eligible to participate in EAC Network’s 401(k) plan, and full-time employees receive a 3% employer contribution after one year of service. EAC employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.