Case Manager - LIHEAP/USF Outreach

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties. We are currently seeking a Full Time Case Manager for our LIHEAP/USF Outreach program in Newark, NJ. Job Duties: Develops relationships with local social services and public benefit agencies, shelters and faith-based and community-based organizations serving low-income, at risk and homeless families Participates in conferences, workshops, special projects, and staff meetings Helps individuals and families to apply and obtain LIHEAP/USF benefits Provides outreach sessions, visit buildings, agencies and other locations where client can be helped Manages time and works independently 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, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). 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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1 year of related social service experience
• Valid NJ driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Develops relationships with local social services and public benefit agencies, shelters and faith-based and community-based organizations serving low-income, at risk and homeless families
• Participates in conferences, workshops, special projects, and staff meetings
• Helps individuals and families to apply and obtain LIHEAP/USF benefits
• Provides outreach sessions, visit buildings, agencies and other locations where client can be helped
• Manages time and works independently

Benefits

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20).
• Potential Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level