The Case Manager provides on-site support to homeless women and their children, assisting them with goal setting, daily living skills, and transition to permanent housing. They are responsible for maintaining clear progress notes in an electronic health record system and providing transportation for client needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least a high school diploma, with an associate or bachelor degree preferred, and possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Applicants must be able to pass background checks, drug screenings, and complete mandatory agency training programs.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Franklin
House -
Somerset,
NJ 08873Position
Type:
Full
TimeSalary
Range: $18.00 - $18.00
HourlyJob
Shift: Split ShiftAlternatives, Inc. is currently hiring a full-time Case Manager for the Franklin House program located in Somerset, NJ. The Franklin House Transitional Housing Program provides housing for homeless women and their children in a home like atmosphere. The families are each provided a private and comfortable living space in which they reside for approximately 12 months. During this period of time, the women are involved in educational programs, build work-readiness skills, secure employment, gain parenting, financial and other daily living skills. Staff are on-site 24/7 to provide services and support as needed.
Desired
Qualities of a
Case
Manager: Positive communication Excellent supportive counseling skills Compassion Reliability & dedication Desire to make a difference Sound ethical and moral values Professionalism Conflict resolution
Essential
Duties and
Responsibilities of a
Case
Manager: Assist clients in developing goals oriented towards gaining self-sufficiency, parenting skills, finding permanent housing, etc. Provide on-site services and support, including provision of direct service to clients in areas such as money management, daily living skills, psycho-education, work readiness skills, etc., in order to be able to transition into permanent housing Provide transportation as needed to assist with child care, grocery shopping and other needs in the community. Support families personal outcomes to enhance quality of life Utilize an electronic health record (EHR) system to write clear and concise progress notes
Ability to pass all
Agency and program specific trainings
Training: All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting. All trainings are paid. BENEFITS
Full-Time &
Part-Time
Employees are entitled to the following
Benefits: Paid Trainings Mileage Reimbursement Direct Deposit Holiday Pay 401K Plan Federal Credit Union Discounted Auto Insurance Advancement Opportunities Worker’s Compensation Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Vision Plan AFLAC Pre-Paid Legal Services Pet Insurance
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Holiday Pay
Advancement Opportunities
Medical Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401K Plan
Paid Bereavement Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement
AFLAC
Paid Sick Time
Short and Long Term Disability
Paid Trainings
Direct Deposit
Discounted Auto Insurance
Loan Forgiveness Program
Paid Jury Duty Leave
Paid Benefit Time
Pre-Paid Legal Services
Worker’s Compensation
Federal Credit Union
Voluntary Vision Plan
Full-Time
Employees are entitled to the following additional
Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Participation Tuition Reimbursement Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Paid Benefit Time (120 hours) Paid Sick Time (40 hours) Paid Bereavement Leave Paid Jury Duty Leave We invite you to apply and become part of the Alternatives team and make a difference! Change Lives, Build Futures!
Case
Manager
Full-Time
Franklin
House program shift available :Tuesday, 8am - 5pm Thursday, 8am - 5pm Friday, 4pm - 10pm Saturday, 8am - 4pm Sunday, 8am - 4pm BA & Experience Preferred Computer skills a must ! Must possess valid NJ/NY/PA driver's license **In order to be eligible for employment, applicant must not have more than 5 points on their driving record and no DUIs within the last 3 years.*
Alternatives, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
QualificationsQualifications: High school degree required, Associates or Bachelors degree preferred Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks/drug screen A valid driver's license, no more than 5 points or DUI in last 3 years Ability to pass and maintain required Agency and program- specific trainings Experience working with the homeless population preferred
