Case Manager

AC001 Acenda, Inc.; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) with employer match

Generous time-off

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

AC001 Acenda, Inc. in Egg Harbor Township is seeking a Case Manager to provide crucial support services to families facing housing instability. The role involves case management, life skills coaching, and collaborating with community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant social service experience. The position offers a base pay of $19.23 per hour, with additional benefits including health coverage and a sign-on bonus of $500.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a social service-related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and support services to families with a history of homelessness.
• Assist parents in transitioning to self-sufficient living.
• Co-facilitate groups for parents, children, and families.

Skills

Independent thinking

Good judgment

Client advocacy

Coaching and guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Case Manager - Egg Harbor Township

Acenda Integrated Health offers over 100 behavioral health programs across New Jersey, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs.

Program Overview

Keep families together by providing safe, permanent housing and ongoing evidence‑based trauma‑informed support services to child protection and permanency families throughout the region.

Position Summary

Provide case management and support services to families with a history of homelessness or housing instability. Assist parents in transitioning to self‑sufficient living and improving individual and family stability. Offer coaching and guidance on life skills such as home management, nutrition, budgeting, parenting, education/vocation training, and advocacy.

Co‑facilitate groups for parents, children, and families. Link families to formal and informal community resources. Collaborate with KFT peers, DCP&P, and community service providers. Complete documentation consistently with program and agency requirements, using evidence‑based practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact point, advocate, and informational resource for clients, care teams, family/caregivers, and community resources regarding the client’s service plan.
• Partner with clients to monitor adherence to service plans, evaluate effectiveness, monitor progress in a timely manner, and facilitate changes as required.
• Facilitate client linkages, referrals, and access to appropriate treatment, community supports, and medical or specialty providers.
• Maintain an active caseload of approximately 10–12 families, providing in‑person home therapeutic sessions to address treatment plan goals.
• Educate patients and family/caregivers about relevant community resources.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with external community providers and supports.
• Complete and submit accurate reports and chart documentation in a timely manner according to program guidelines and established procedures.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of written and verbal communications.
• Support the quality/compliance/risk function as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; practitioner with at least 2 years of experience in a social service‑related field is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Independent thinking, good judgment, and the ability to analyze work, set goals, develop plans, and utilize time effectively and efficiently.

Additional Information

Base Pay: $19.23 per hour
Sign‑on Bonus: $500
Schedule: Day shift
Bilingual rate: Additional $1.50 per hour if Spanish proficient.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of compensation.
• Generous time‑off.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Year‑end bonuses.

Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.