Burlington Case Manager Position JACC

Burlington, NJ

Provides case management for a community-based program along with service and resource coordination in a human services environment with clients from multiple socioeconomical statuses.

Primary Job Responsibilities & Duties

Conducts phone intake assessments in Burlington County, New Jersey.
Encourages clients and/or their families to facilitate achieving goals, developing life skills, and/or sustaining stability in the community, to promote self-determination and overall wellbeing
Facilities connections and referrals to resources in the community.
Attends community meetings and/or outreach events to promote connections within the community with staff members.

Other Job Duties

Advocates on behalf of clients and families for services, basic needs, and other related issues.
Composes or prepares correspondence, case notes, narrative and technical reports, notifications, and related documents using computer-based applications (Microsoft Word, Outlook, and/or Excel).
Stay well-informed of community resources and procedures for referring clients to appropriate resources.
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by manager/director.
Works with community partners to maximize the assistance for clients.

Supervises

This position may require employee to supervise BSW Interns.

Education & Experience

Required Bachelors’ degree in Social Work (BSW) and/or Degree in Behavioral Studies-Human Services/Social Services with major course work in social work, psychology or another field closely related field.
At least one (1) year of experience in social case work, counseling, eligibility determination, social service or community resource referral, or closely related work.
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience.
Knowledge of general interviewing/intake process.