Case Manager - St. Lucy's

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties.

We are currently seeking a Full Time Case Manager for our St. Lucy’s Emergency Homeless Shelter, located in Jersey City, NJ. St. Lucy's is an 80 bed emergency shelter in Jersey City that ensures safety and builds stability in the lives of homeless men and women.

Job Duties:

• The Case Manager is responsible for the overall responsibility for delivering social services, intake, assessments, admissions, discharge, develop & implement Service Plans, homeless prevention services and related documentation and progress reports.
• Develop and maintain compliance with HUD, County and DCA essential services standards and related policy and procedures.
• Maintain referrals and communication with County Coordinated Assessment Agency.
• In partnership with the family develop a Housing & Service Plan and provide assistant and linkages in obtaining needed services and achieving clients goals.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required (Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred)
• 2-3 years experience working with the homeless population or related experience required

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Internal Applicants:

Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.

Agency Mission:

Catholic Charities as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark participates in the Church’s social mission by recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of all people, especially the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable, and by responding to the corporeal and material needs of those it serves with sincere Christian compassion. The activities of Catholic Charities are inspired and governed by its faith in Jesus Christ, the examples of Sacred Scripture, and the continuing exposition of Catholic social teaching. Through these activities, Catholic Charities strives to assist individuals in need, strengthen families, and to have those it serves experience the redemptive power of God’s mercy.

Benefits:

CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

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