Full-time Housing Case Manager - DFD-ICM

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

Life & AD&D insurance

STD & LTD coverage

Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Licensure Exam Prep Resources

Job summary

CarePlus New Jersey has been—and continues to be—a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey. CarePlus seeks a Housing Case Manager to assist clients at risk of homelessness by securing housing, providing support for maintenance, and promoting independent living within their community.

You will coordinate external linkages to community resources, transport clients to appointments, and help develop measurable care plans with timely reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1-year experience working with the homeless population.
• 1 year of experience in crisis intervention, counseling, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, housing procurement, or job development.
• Valid driver's license and must be insurable under the agency's automobile insurance policy.
• Required to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients at intake, during ongoing service delivery, and at discharge.
• Collaborate with service providers to establish comprehensive assessments and care plans.
• Coordinate continuity of care within the agency, community, jails, hospitals, etc
• Formulate comprehensive care plans containing relevant, measurable objectives and realistic time frames for achievement; perform quarterly reviews of progress and evaluate the effectiveness of goals.
• Provide or link to health care services, dental care, benefits, mental health services, substance abuse services, family consultation, crisis intervention, and vocational, educational, or employment services; etc.
• Complete ongoing evaluations/reassessments through regular contact with clients to appraise changing needs and progress towards goals.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Mental health

Housing procurement

Job development

Education

Bachelor's degree with 1-year homeless experience

Job description

Location: Hackensack Homeless Shelter; 120 S River St, Hackensack, NJ
On-site & community-based: M-F 8-4pm or 9-5pm
Hourly: $21.63

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Licensure Exam Prep Resources (guarantee to pass)

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:

As a Housing Case Manager, you will aide clients at risk of homelessness on a short-term basis by providing them with housing, maintenance, and stabilization within their community. You will provide them with external linkages to community resources and assist them in their homes, transport clients to necessary appointments, and promote independent living skills. This role will give you first-hand insight into clients housing barriers, federal assistance services, and community resources that can set your clients up for success in their future.

What You Will Do:

• Assess clients at intake, during ongoing service delivery, and at discharge.
• Collaborate with service providers to establish comprehensive assessments and care plans.
• Coordinate continuity of care within the agency, community, jails, hospitals, etc
• Formulate comprehensive care plans containing relevant, measurable objectives and realistic time frames for achievement; perform quarterly reviews of progress and evaluate the effectiveness of goals.
• Provide or link to health care services, dental care, benefits, mental health services, substance abuse services, family consultation, crisis intervention, and vocational, educational, or employment services; etc.
• Complete ongoing evaluations/reassessments through regular contact with clients to appraise changing needs and progress towards goals. Such contact should consist of home visits, client telephone conferences, client office visits, and visits to other community locations.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree with 1-year experience working with the homeless population.
• 1 year of experience in one of the following: crisis intervention, counseling, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, housing procurement, or job development.
• Valid driver's license and must be insurable under the agency's automobile insurance policy.
• Required to work a flexible schedule.

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.