Licensed Case Manager (Veteran Transitional Housing)

Community Hope•Lyons, NJ

About The Position

Community Hope is hiring a full-time Licensed Case Manager for its Hope for Veterans Program, which serves veterans in transitional housing. The position provides assessment, diagnosis, individual and group psychotherapy, and support services to enrolled veterans. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The role includes participation in a clinical on-call rotation and transporting veterans in agency vehicles as needed.

Requirements

Master’s degree in non-profit or human services management, mental health, substance abuse, or a related discipline.
Knowledge of veterans’ issues, mental illness, addiction, and/or homelessness.
Current New Jersey LSW, LAC, LCSW, or LPC licensure.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide assessments, evaluations, recovery planning, case conferences, referrals, family meetings, individual and group psychotherapy, veteran advocacy, and connections to community resources.
Develop Individual Recovery Plans (IRPs) in compliance with VA Grant & Per Diem guidelines.
Support veterans experiencing mental health symptoms, grief, PTSD, behavioral issues, relationship challenges, or substance use.
Participate in the clinical on-call rotation and respond to emergent employee and veteran needs.
Develop recovery support groups and activities to meet veterans’ needs.
Transport veterans in agency vehicles as needed.
Provide medication education to promote safety and independence.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation while protecting veteran confidentiality.
Contribute as a team member by facilitating groups, participating in program activities, sharing relevant information, and covering co-workers’ duties as needed.