Description
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
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
Part-Time
Franklin House program
Shift Available
PT: Tuesday & Thursday, 8am-5pm and Saturday, 8am-3pm
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.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
* 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