Case Manager - Franklin House (2751)

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