Resource Navigator - Omnibus Eviction & Homelessness Prevention Program

Job Summary The Resource Navigator assists individuals and families at risk of eviction by providing information on rental assistance, eviction protections, and other resources to prevent housing crises. This role facilitates linkages to legal services, social services, and community resources while providing case management, encouragement, and emotional support. The Resource Navigator is part of the Atlantic Homeless Alliance team and works closely with the Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties and legal service providers.

Responsibilities:

Completes intakes and quickly develops an action plan to divert potential eviction. Provides site-based case management to those facing eviction in Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. Facilitates referrals to community resources with an understanding of benefits/entitlements, along with federal, state, and local rental assistance available to clients. Resource Navigator will also assist clients with applications. Maintain weekly average of face-to-face client hours as required by program standards. Develop and maintain positive relationships with landlords, tenants, and community stakeholders to address housing stability issues. Completes applications, reporting, and linkages to existing prevention funding at the Supervisor's direction and in coordination with the Finance department.

Position Requirements Education/Experience:

Bachelors Degree in Social work or other Human Service-related field preferred. At least one year of experience in mental and/or social work experience strongly preferred JFS encourages and supports staff pursuing clinical licensing by providing FREE on-the-job Clinical Supervision Program to staff looking to obtain their LCSW license. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) is a multi-service agency. With more than 150 employees, our team is committed to helping people realize their fullest potential and achieve personal goals. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties is committed to diversity in the workplace, reinforcing inclusion reflective of the multicultural communities we are committed to serving. The agency is dedicated to the advancement and upward mobility of our staff members. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to join our team, enriching our workforce and community. JFS is dedicated to a flexible work-life balance for its team members by offering 16 Holidays, up to 4 weeks' vacation, and 3 weeks of sick time. We offer excellent benefits packages - including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, TelaDoc, 403(B) Retirement, and more. JFS looks forward to welcoming you to our offices based in Atlantic City, Margate, Egg Harbor Township, Mays Landing, and Cape May Courthouse, to begin an exciting, meaningful, and rewarding career.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20.43 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person