Social Service Specialist 1 8810/ CNJ Case Manager
Company: The Children's Home Society Of New Jersey
Location: Beachwood
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview: The Social Service
Specialist I/Connecting New Jersey Case Manager will link families
to existing resources in the community and provide personalized
care coordination to ensure the families are connected to
appropriate resources, receive timely information, and are provided
continued support, advocacy, and follow-up as needed. Program
Information: Utilizing a county-based system, Connecting NJ is a
network of partners and agencies dedicated to helping New Jersey
families thrive. The program provides mothers, fathers,
grandparents, and guardians free or affordable access to people,
organizations, and other sources of information needed to raise
healthy children Work Location: 342 Atlantic City Boulevard,
Beachwood, NJ 08722 Salary: $45,000.00/per year Schedule: 35 Hours
Per Week Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexibility Spending
Account, Life and LTD Insurances, 403(b) plans PTO: Vacation, Sick,
Personal, Wellness, and Holidays Responsibilities: Connecting NJ
(CNJ) Case Managers will make a priority to support individuals who
are: low-income or uninsured, with chronic health conditions, with
multiple social and economic stressors, underserved immigrants,
victims of domestic violence, individuals impacted by mental health
issues, alcohol and/or substance use disorder; and involved with
the Division of Child Protection and Permanency. Provide linkages
and referrals to services, with special emphasis given to families
requiring a plan of safe care. Complete required documentation,
complete accurately all necessary forms, and produce reports.
Submit monthly/quarterly progress reports addressing process and
outcome indicators that will help determine strengths and areas
needing improvement. Work closely with Early Childhood Systems of
Care programs to help link families to the most appropriate and
available services. Connecting NJ Case Managers provide care
coordination for families, research the most appropriate resources,
and provides advocacy and follow-up as needed. Adhere to
professional standards as outlined by protocols, rules, and
regulations of the local hub. Ensure timely response when following
up with families, new enrollments, work with families, CNJ hub, and
community stakeholders to ensure viable resource options for
families in general. Critical thinking and problem solving to
determine the best care plan for each client after assessing
clients. Flexibility to change care plans in partnership with
families if they are not getting the best results. Strong verbal
and written communication skills to explain to clients, family
members, and professionals the case and care plan. Compassionate
and able to relate to different clients with various needs. Assists
in identifying gaps and barriers to services, and system issue
trends families experience in utilizing services. Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree within Social Service field Work
Experience Requirement : Minimum 1 -2 years of experience working
with high-risk underserved, racially and ethnically diverse
communities. Community outreach, grass root efforts, client
engagement, and health medical background required. Verifiable good
driving record and reliable transportation. Bilingual
(English/Spanish) preferred. This is a brief description only of
the position; anyone interested may request a full job description
from the human resource department. The Children’s Home Society is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We
celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees. Flexible and varied work schedule,
including some weekends as needed. 35 Hours per week
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