Career Pathways for Veterans - Program Coordinator/Case Manager (5366)

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Location: Camden County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full Time

Summary:

Center For Family Services Workforce Development partners with public/private organizations to provide access to wrap-around social services, support linkages, job readiness skills and career exploration. Services offered will include one-on-one case management, coaching and emotional support, financial literacy, career guidance and connections to community resources. The goal is to address the employment-related needs necessary to assist veterans who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. The program is intended to support veterans experiencing homelessness to reintegrate into society through participation in the workforce.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the daily operations of the HVRP, including staff management, participant engagement, outreach and recruitment, partner engagement and program reporting
  • Address and respond to the needs of veterans' experiencing homelessness
  • Conduct participant intakes to determine program eligibility
  • Develop a comprehensive employment plan for participants
  • Provide on-going support to track outcomes
  • Promote job retention
  • Provide job readiness and career exploration services to participants
  • Identify and build internal and external partnerships between public, private and other nonprofit organizations
  • Identify, build and maintain an employer network
  • Work closely with internal CFS staff and partners to provide seamless services to participants ? Other duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred. Work experience in the related field could be substituted for education.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, Google forms, and online database tracking systems. ? Ability to maintain a leadership role with the participants to motivate and influence positive behaviors.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple demands
  • Demonstrated experience navigating workforce development and/or workforce services systems.
  • Case Management experience
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Must have access to a registered and insured vehicle for transportation to programs throughout Southern New Jersey. Valid driver's license.
  • All positions require pre-employment drug screening and criminal record checks
  • Weekend and evenings may be necessary

Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

  • Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
  • 401k Plan
  • Medical insurance plan options
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Prescription Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health & Wellness Activities
  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
  • Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

Disclaimer All positions require pre-employment drug screening and criminal record checks. Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.