Refugee Case Worker/Case Worker Assistant

Ccannj; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Potential federal student loan forgiveness

Job summary

A community service organization in Newark seeks a Case Worker/Case Worker Assistant to provide essential case management services to refugee clients. The ideal candidate will manage intake processes, coordinate social services, and support client development plans. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree for the Case Worker position or a high school diploma for the assistant role, demonstrating a commitment to non-profit work and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for Case Worker role.
• High school diploma or equivalent needed for Case Worker Assistant.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and service planning for refugee clients.
• Provide assistance based on clients’ needs.
• Write action plans to assist client service access.
• Prepare case write-ups and referrals to services.
• Coordinate referrals for social services and training.
• Conduct monthly check-ins with clients.

Skills

Ability to handle several projects and tasks simultaneously

Willingness to collaborate with team members

Commitment to working in a non-profit setting

Ability to maintain harmonious relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree for Case Worker

High school diploma or equivalent for Case Worker Assistant

Job description

Refugee Case Worker/Case Worker Assistant

The Immigrant & Refugee Services Division at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark seeks a Case Worker/Case Worker Assistant to provide case management services to Refugee Program clients. The Case Worker will be responsible for the following primary job duties. The Case Worker Assistant will support the Case Worker(s) in the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and service planning for refugee clients, including asylees, refugees, parolees, Cuban-Haitian entrants, and Special Immigrant Visa holders
• Provide individualized assistance to clients through identification of clients’ needs
• Write a plan of action to assist the client in obtaining and pursuing services that meet their needs
• Prepare case write-ups and referrals to a range of social, medical, and legal services
• Coordinate referrals to the County Board of Social Services (food stamps and Medicaid), employment, housing, and English language training
• Conduct monthly check-in sessions and case follow-up meetings with clients
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities requested by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Case Worker - Bachelor's degree; Case Worker Assistant - High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to handle several projects and tasks simultaneously
• Willingness to collaborate with team members on program and division issues and projects
• Commitment to working in a non-profit setting
• Ability and willingness to establish and maintain a harmonious working relationship with clients, staff, professional & business community contacts and the public

Current Employees

• 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

• The agency 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.

Are you bilingual in English/Haitian Creole?