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 per diem Residential Assistants for our Newark Temporary Housing/Hotel Riviera Program, located in Newark, NJ.

Job Duties:

• The Residential Assistant is responsible for carrying out designated services in the shelter and monitors the activity of residents and visitors to ensure that program policies and safety parameters are maintained.
• The Residential Assistant provides residents with supplies as needed, answers telephone calls in a professional manner and assists callers.
• He or she supervises and secures all building areas, and quickly and appropriately responds to crisis situations in a manner that safeguards all participants.
• The Residential Assistant accurately completes all required program documentation, including program logs, statistics tracking sheets, incident reports, and work orders.

Schedules Available:

Mon-Fri 7AM-3PM, 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of related experience preferred OR
• 3 years of experience working with the homeless population in lieu of a HS diploma or GED.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Visit our website www.ccannj.com

Internal Applicants

• Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.

Agency Mission

• Catholic Charities as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark participates in the Church’s social mission by recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of all people, especially the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable, and by responding to the corporeal and material needs of those it serves with sincere Christian compassion. The activities of Catholic Charities are inspired and governed by its faith in Jesus Christ, the examples of Sacred Scripture, and the continuing exposition of Catholic social teaching. Through these activities, Catholic Charities strives to assist individuals in need, strengthen families, and to have those it serves experience the redemptive power of God’s mercy.

Pay: $15.13 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• working with the homeless population: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person