Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

The Program Manager will conduct intake/screenings on referred clients to determine eligibility and needs to be met by case management.  Make decisions and recommendations regarding referred clients entrance into ESSHI/OMH project. They will provide support level supervision and oversee daily operations of a caseworker and after hour specialist. Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments and social histories. This includes securing information such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to client’s situation, and evaluating these and client’s capacities. Make decisions and recommendations regarding referred clients entrance into ESSHI/OMH Project. Refer clients to community resources and other organizations. Network with community service providers. The Program Manager will complete all necessary reporting forms for government agencies and funding sources (UCR’s, progress notes, referrals, and statistics). Maintain client referral logs and files. Provide support level supervision and oversee daily operations of a caseworker and after hour specialist, including weekly supervision meetings. Maintain appropriate communication with supervisors and other funding sources. Notify of any safety issues in a timely manner. All other duties related to housing individuals and helping them remain housed, including but not limited to furnishing and supplying apartments. Maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures.

This is a Full Time Position at 35 Hours a Week. Pay For This Position is $58,500.00Per Year

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• with three (3) to five (5) years of experience in mental health is required.
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) with CASAC preferred.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Drivers License,
• Registered and Insured Vehicle
• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Basic computer skills;
• Creative problem solving;
•  Negotiation skills.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client’s homes and/or community facilities, which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.