Food Security Case Manager

• Job Overview:

As a Food Security Case Manager, you will play a crucial role in addressing food insecurity for households in the community by providing direct support and resources to individuals and families in need. This position involves assessing client needs, developing personalized service plans; and connecting clients to necessary resources; including food assistance programs such as SNAP, nutrition education and other supportive services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments of clients’ food security status and related needs.
• Develop individualized service plans based on clients’ needs and available resources.
• Gather information through face to face engagement, questionnaires, and home visits to identify barriers to food access.
• Connect clients to local food banks, soup kitchens, nutrition programs, and other community resources.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of available food assistance programs and eligibility requirements.
• Engage in outreach events to raise awareness of food insecurity.
• Collaborate with local organizations, government agencies, and community stakeholders to strengthen food insecurity initiatives.
• Transport clients to local grocery stores and assist with one-on one support while in the stores.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with agency policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance service delivery.

Position Requirements

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, or related field preferred.
• - Position requires ability to drive mobile food truck (CDL not required) and other agency vehicles. Must possess valid NJ Driver’s license. When using agency or own vehicle, employee must have a Valid NJ driver’s license and proof of NJ Auto Insurance
• – This full-time position requires flexibility. Current schedule is Monday through Friday 9-5pm; however, the role will require some evenings and weekends.

JFS encourages licensed professionals to pursue clinical licensure by providing a Clinical Supervision Program designed to provide clinical supervision to full-time employees with an active LSW or LAC resulting in the achievement of the LCSW or LPC 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 advancement and upward mobility for 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 $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Atlantic City, NJ 08401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20