Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

Blast off with our team as a LEAD Case Manager and receive a stellar $1500 sign-on bonus!

Here's how it breaks down:

$250 - at the time of the offer

$500 - after successfully completing the introductory period (6 months)

$750 - after successfully completing 1 year

Ready to embark on an out-of-this-world adventure in your career? Join us and reach for the stars with this incredible bonus opportunity.

As the LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) Case Manager you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Make initial contact with eligible participants at the point of diversion or social contact referral

• Use provided written and electronic tools to fully assess participants’ medical, mental health, substance abuse, legal, and psychosocial needs

• Develop a care plan through case conferencing/consultation with LEAD partners and all appropriate providers to guide all service delivery and achievement of desire outcomes

• Maintain professional relationships with the Albany Police Department, Cohoes Police Department and/or Watervliet Police Department, LEAD partners, service providers, and referral sources

• Maintain accurate case records and documentation

LEAD Case Manager Minimum Salary: $45,000

LEAD Case Manager Maximum Salary: $45,000

Sign-on stipend: $1,500 over first year

LEAD Case Manager Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (37.5 hours per week)

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree (preferred, not required)

• 1-3 years of experience in mental health, substance use, or human services

• Education requirements may be waived by the agency if a candidate demonstrates more significant experience (five or more years) in case management, along with significant continuing education/training hours during previous employment

• Deep or personal understanding of substance use disorder, mental illness, and harm reduction strategies (preferred)

• Experience or familiarity with community and human services dynamic (preferred)

• Demonstrated ability to overcome adversity (preferred)

• Empathy developed through life experiences and life interruptions, managing emotions, and navigating systems (preferred)

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• For benefit-eligible positions:
  1. Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  2. Retirement planning options
  3. Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)