Eviction Diversion Case Manager

Center for Justice Innovation; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Commuter benefits / FSA

Mental health resources (Talkspace/God

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Case Manager for Newark Community Solutions (NCS) to staff eviction diversion initiatives, assess housing needs, and connect participants to services.

You will work co-located with Newark Municipal Court and City Hall, coordinating with local partners to reduce evictions and support housing stability. Bilingual Spanish is a plus; Essex County familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• Skilled communicator and team player able to work in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Experience in the social service or legal system preferred.
• Familiarity with Essex County is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a specialized caseload of eviction-facing clients with social service needs.
• Conduct programmatic outreach via mailings, calls, information sessions, and community tabling.
• Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized housing and general service plans.
• Provide direct social services for housing needs: rental assistance, rapid rehousing, utilities, emergency aid, and referrals for legal services.
• Facilitate group sessions on court processes, tenants’ rights, and NJ housing resources.
• Provide referrals to NCS clinical programming and other community resources.
• Maintain client records in files and electronic case management system.
• Attend community meetings and events on behalf of the program.
• Accompany participants to court in an advocacy capacity when needed.
• Engage in professional development on NJ anti-eviction and homelessness prevention programs.
• Addtional tasks as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Supervisory experience

Bilingual Spanish (a plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Minimum 2 years in social services

Job description

Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Case Manager for Newark Community Solutions (NCS) to staff eviction diversion initiatives, assess housing needs, and connect participants to services.

You will work co-located with Newark Municipal Court and City Hall, coordinating with local partners to reduce evictions and support housing stability. Bilingual Spanish is a plus; Essex County familiarity is preferred.