Case Manager Coordinator - Vancouver, Canada - YWCA Metro Vancouver

YWCA Metro Vancouver

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Vancouver, Canada

1 day ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Under the general supervision of the Senior Operations Manager, the Case Manager Coordinator will supervise, provide direction and work closely with the catchments' Case Management team.

Support will include assisting case managers in reaching service utilization goals and employment outcomes while ensuring client best practices and funder policy is followed.

The coordinator will be the first point of contact in providing supervisory support and coaching to case managers through individual troubleshooting and case conferencing oversight.

The Case Manager Coordinator will liaise with the YWCA WorkBC Quality Improvement and Training team to ensure data entries are completed on regular basis, ensuring consistency across WorkBC catchments operated by the YWCA.

Responsibilities:

Supervise a team of case managers to ensure performance objectives are achieved with the ability to execute strategies to meet or exceed project deliverables
Work as part of a multifaceted and multiagency team to deliver a comprehensive employment program designed to meet the individual needs of all clients, including those of specialized populations
Work within an outcomebased contract
Work with case managers to provide coaching in addressing any client barriers through the use of diverse and appropriate interventions and building on strengths through an integrated case management model
Provide ongoing coaching and support to case managers in referring clients to appropriate interventions, administering Client Needs Assessments, and developing, revising, and monitoring Action Plans with clients
Collaborate with the Quality Improvement and Training team to identify the training needs of case managers
Provide mentorship, job shadowing, and onsite training support to new case managers and monitor progress/skills development
Provide progress reports as directed by the Centres' Operations Managers and the WorkBC Leadership team
Work closely with the Quality Improvement and Training team and the Office Manager to ensure accuracy in data entry and service delivery
Monitor file consistency for government and Quality Improvement audits and provide timely feedback to staff
Participate in the monthly review meetings of the catchment and individual staff Performance Metrics Reports
Develop strategies for individual case managers to enhance service access for each of their clients
Work within government compliance regulations and policies
Keep abreast of labour market trends, employment issues, community resources, employment programs, job training, and employment opportunities
Be familiar with and able to support both staff and clients in using the latest technology
Support with difficult clients' conversations to resolve the matter at the case management level to reduce the possibility of escalating the matter further through the client issue resolution process
Strategize with other YWCA WorkBC Teams and Management to continually improve processes and increase employment outcomes; liaise with other teams across catchments to ensure consistency in service, and best practices are shared and implemented; including participating in monthly cross catchment meetings with other Case Manager Coordinators
Adhere to onsite Health and Safety Procedures
Adhere to CARF standards and all external regulatory bodies
Other duties as required

Qualifications:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree, career counselling certificate, or a combination of relevant work and experience
Experience in the Integrated Case Management Database and WorkBC policy guidelines is a strong asset
Previous supervisory or coaching experience with the ability to make sound decisions is a strong asset
Strong ability to assess and understand client needs and the ability to strategize and plan for meaningful services to address gaps for long term employment
Strong knowledge of catchment/ lower mainland community services including employment programs
Fluent speaking and writing English and the ability to support in writing strong Client Service Rationales
Up to date with the latest job search, career exploration/labour market practices
Passion for helping jobseekers and colleagues achieve their goals
Strong team player and able to show initiative
Ability to work in a flexible environment and relate well with others
Must have excellent computer skills
A valid criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required