Case Manager (039) DASH - apply job code: 20064

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is a non-profit, social services agency dedicated to helping those individuals in need and improving the quality of life to members in the community.

Case Manger: Full-time Edison, NJ

1 Position

Job Code: 20064

Scheduled Work Times/Locations

• Full-time: Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 5:00PM
• Flexibility for occasional nights and weekends when necessary

Job Summary:

The DASH Specialist’s primary role is to support individuals and families who are referred through DCA experiencing homelessness and application completion and documentation assistance for DCA administered Housing Choice Voucher (HCV). S/he will provide assistance with gathering needed documentation to move from the pre-application to the application phase of the HCV process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess and evaluate client’s documentation needs for the HCV application.
• Use conflict resolution and mediation skills to resolve an individual’s or family’s housing concerns.
• Utilize community resources to link clients with documentation.
• Creation of an individualized plan to include steps needed to obtain the necessary documentation.
• Providing support and guidance throughout the document acquisition processes, including assistance with filling out forms and making appointments.
• Facilitation, coaching and collaboration for HCV applicants working with DCA Field Offices from application preparation.
• Ensure all documentation is completed properly and within required timelines; timely input of all data into databases as required.
• Maintain appropriate and professional relationships with partner agencies.
• Attend collaborative meetings with DCA, DCA Field Offices, OHP and partner agencies that will assist in preventing and ending homelessness.
• Perform any other task that will assist the agency in carrying out its mission.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Self-starter, able to work and make decisions independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: strong ability to set boundaries with clients.
• Ability to collaborate with community organizations and Supervisor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including in virtual settings.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills: ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to lift boxes and other materials up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and program requirements.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A) from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a similar Human Service field is preferred.
• Have a familiarity with housing first, progressive engagement, and reality testing.
• Experience with conflict resolution and mediation.
• Two (2) years relevant work experience and demonstrated ability to provide effective services to clients required.
• Needs to be culturally competent across all populations.
• Bilingual a plus.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription plan
• Life insurance
• Retirement fund
• Generous PTO package

To learn more about Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen, please visit our web site: www.ccdom.org. Resumes can be mailed to Catholic Charities, DOM, 319 Maple Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is an Equal Opportunity Employer