Job Description
Alternatives, 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
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.
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