Outreach Case Worker - PD - Newark Aiport

Ccannj; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Potential for student loan forgiveness

Job summary

A community service organization in Newark, NJ, seeks a Per Diem Case Worker to oversee outreach intervention with the homeless. The role involves engaging potential clients, conducting screenings, and providing referrals. Candidates need a valid driver’s license and either two years of college or a high school diploma with relevant experience. The organization offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience working with the homeless or similar client population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee outreach intervention with the homeless.
• Engage potential clients to gain their confidence.
• Conduct client screenings and facilitate referrals.

Education

Two years of college level study with an emphasis in special work, psychology or a related human services field

High school diploma

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Per Diem Case Worker for its Newark Airport Outreach program located in Newark, NJ.

Job Duties

The Outreach Case Worker oversees all outreach intervention with the homeless while actively engaging potential consumers in communication with the goal of obtaining their confidence to assist them with obtaining shelter. Conduct client screenings and access to referrals. Identify clients' needs through monitoring, observation, and direct interaction. Transport clients when necessary. Work in conjunction with other staff as it relates to providing concrete services to clients.

Job Requirements

• Valid driver’s license

AND one of the following:

• Two years (60 credits) of college level study with an emphasis in special work, psychology or a related human services field, and two years of experience working with a similar client population; OR
• High school diploma and 3 years experience working with the homeless or similar client population.

Agency Mission

In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.

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.

Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

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.

Other Information

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