Per Diem - Residential Assistant - Canaan House
About the Role
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is seeking per diem residential assistants for our Canaan House Housing Program 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.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain helpful relationships 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
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
About the Organization
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies, serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties. In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.