What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOPWA Case Manager(Part-Time) position at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson?
Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the Straight and Narrow team!
Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs.
HOPWA Case Manager
Schedule per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: Paterson, NJ
Regular Salary: $17.00-$18.00/Hr
Job Summary
Provides Case Management for persons with HIV/ AIDS and their families under the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program. The HOPWA program is meant to prevent homelessness and to improve the quality of life those infected and affected by AIDS.
Responsibilities
Interviews prospective clients in order to determine the eligibility of the client for services and what services are required.
Provides eligible clients with vouchers for the following services: Apartment security deposits, back rent (must have eviction notice), utility bills (must have shut off notice) and food.
Facilitates client access to other community resources available to those with HIV/ AIDS.
Documents all client encounters and contacts made on the behalf of clients; completes and submits billing documentation as appropriate; and maintains comprehensive client files.
Maintains and reports applicable statistics regarding programs and client services.
Performs miscellaneous job -related duties.
Qualifications
Associate degree preferred or High School diploma with previous experience in case management. Proficiency in English Language; Must be computer literate. Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. Knowledge of community resources for person with AIDS. Strong interpersonal/communication skills and ability to work effectively with target population.
Benefits
For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance. Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time off (PTO), in house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those individuals trying to become licensed in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.
Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs.
HOPWA Case Manager
Schedule per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: Paterson, NJ
Regular Salary: $17.00-$18.00/Hr
Job Summary
Provides Case Management for persons with HIV/ AIDS and their families under the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program. The HOPWA program is meant to prevent homelessness and to improve the quality of life those infected and affected by AIDS.
Responsibilities
Interviews prospective clients in order to determine the eligibility of the client for services and what services are required.
Provides eligible clients with vouchers for the following services: Apartment security deposits, back rent (must have eviction notice), utility bills (must have shut off notice) and food.
Facilitates client access to other community resources available to those with HIV/ AIDS.
Documents all client encounters and contacts made on the behalf of clients; completes and submits billing documentation as appropriate; and maintains comprehensive client files.
Maintains and reports applicable statistics regarding programs and client services.
Performs miscellaneous job -related duties.
Qualifications
Associate degree preferred or High School diploma with previous experience in case management. Proficiency in English Language; Must be computer literate. Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. Knowledge of community resources for person with AIDS. Strong interpersonal/communication skills and ability to work effectively with target population.
Benefits
For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance. Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time off (PTO), in house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those individuals trying to become licensed in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.
Salary : $17 - $18