Per Diem Residential Assistant - Canaan House

at  Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark

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 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• HS Diploma OR GED with 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

Experience with the homeless or HIV/AIDS population or some formal education in social services preferred.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter.

• 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.