Full Time Residential Assistant - Canaan House

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 a full time residential assistant f or our Canaan House Housing Program, located in Jersey City, NJ.

Canaan House is a permanent supportive housing program that improves the self-determination of low-income, homeless individuals and families in Jersey City / Hudson County who are living with HIV / AIDS and are challenged by mental illness and substance abuse problems.

Schedule : Saturday & Sunday -7pm-7am AND Monday & Tuesday- 11pm-7am

Job Duties :

• Establish and maintain helpful relationship with all residents
• Regularly monitor the facility and the grounds for safety and maintenance issues
• Provide residents with any supplies routinely distributed
• Sort and secure donations
• Attend staff meetings and trainings
• Answer telephone calls in a professional manner and assist callers with their requests
• Provide all required program documentation as needed
• Perform any other duties requested by the supervisor.

Job Requirements :

• HS Diploma OR GED with 1-2 years of related experience preferred
• 3 years of experience working with the homeless population in lieu of a HS Diploma or GED

Experience with the homeless or HIV / AIDS population or some formal education in social services preferred.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter.

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.

Benefits :

CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees.

CCAN is an equal opportunity employer.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin / ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.