Top 917 Child development specialist Jobs in Jersey City Nj

Case Manager (BA)
Urban Resource Institute —New York, NY
- $39,000 - $48,348 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Adoption & KinGap Supervisor
Seamen's Society For Children and Families —Brooklyn, NY
- $72,000 a year
- Master of Social Work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Associate Executive Director of Family Support/Preventive Services
Coalition for Hispanic Family Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $130,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- LMFT
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Vice President of Preventive Programs
HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK —Brooklyn, NY
- $175,000 a year
- Email
- Doctoral degree
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Student Programs & Assessment Associate / Manager (2026-2027)
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $66,500 - $78,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance
Family Support Specialist
Greater Bergen Community Action —Jersey City, NJ
- $27.34 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- English
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Intake Specialist
Programs For Parents Inc —Newark, NJ
- $25.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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Bilingual Child Development Specialist
Positive Development —Newark, NJ
- $20 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Child Development Specialist
TheraCare New Jersey —Jersey City, NJ
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Children
- Travel
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Intake Specialist Team Leader
Programs For Parents Inc —Newark, NJ
- $27.47 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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Senior Program Eligibility Specialist
Programs For Parents Inc —Newark, NJ
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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Child Life Specialist - Part Time
St. Joseph's Health —Paterson, NJ
- $25.12 - $38.94 an hour
- Part-time
- BLS Certification
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
Child Life Specialist
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center —Livingston, NJ
- $34.26 an hour
- Day shift
- Inpatient
- Bachelor's degree
- Critical & Intensive Care
Child Developmental Specialist (CDS)
TheraCare New Jersey —Bergen, NJ
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Home health
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Youth Development Specialist
Family Connections, Inc. —Maplewood, NJ
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
Teacher Assistant
Greater Bergen Community Action —Jersey City, NJ
- $19.90 - $21.56 a year
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Preschool
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Program Evaluation Specialist
Agency DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE —New York, NY
- $71,158 - $80,408 a year
- Multiple hires
- Urgent Care
- Mid-level
- Office
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Outreach and Training Specialist
Agency DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE —New York, NY
- $71,158 - $80,408 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
2026-2027 Salaried Part-Time Paraprofessional Teachers Aide
Hoboken Public School District —Hoboken, NJ
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
Child Development Specialist - Logan Fountain
Jericho Project —Brooklyn, NY
- $66,300 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
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Case Manager (BA)

Urban Resource Institute -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$39,000 - $48,348 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Referral program

Qualifications

Bilingual
Working with LGBTQ+ individuals
Computer operation
Intake
Client assessment in social work
Medicaid health insurance
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness
Bachelor's degree
Client services
Clinical documentation
Desktop applications
Welfare benefit application assistance
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Medicaid
Productivity software
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities
Bachelor's degree in human services
Financial assistance program guidance
Group counseling
Group therapy instruction

Full Job Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Founded in 1980, Urban Resource Institute (URI) is the nation’s largest provider of domestic violence shelter and support services and a leading provider of housing and services for families experiencing homelessness. Across 24 shelters in New York City, URI provides safe housing for nearly 4,000 individuals and their pets every night and serves more than 40,000 people annually.

URI’s work is grounded in survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. In addition to emergency and transitional housing, URI delivers a robust continuum of Justice Initiatives—including economic empowerment, legal education and advocacy, prevention and youth programming, and abusive partner intervention—designed to break cycles of violence, instability, and poverty. URI also develops permanent affordable and supportive housing, advancing long-term pathways to safety, healing, and stability for families and communities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Case Manager is responsible for direct service provision to residents. Direct services include individual counseling, group counseling, advocacy services, referrals and follow-up, home management and financial counseling. Individual must demonstrate sensitivity to issues related homelessness. In addition, the Case Manager will make all necessary linkages to community agencies to provide proper placement of residents in areas of permanent housing, referral to engage in after care services prior to leaving the agency, vocational and educational services, and to assist families in securing public assistance, Medicaid or other benefits.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain caseload of 25-30 families.
Conduct intake interviews, as assigned, to assess and evaluate residents for admission using DHS CARES system and as outlined by URI
Engage residents in initial and ongoing treatment processes, through individual and group counseling, under clinical supervision of the Social Work Supervisor.
Conduct independent living plans on at least a biweekly basis in DHS CARES system
Monitor case plans for effectiveness and individual client needs, functional capabilities and assistance needed to increase independent functioning
Develop and maintain housing referral resources, assist residents in the process of locating and securing permanent housing, in conjunction with Housing Specialist.
Assists all residents in the process of referral and placement in community based resources including after care services
Assess residents’ vocational and educational needs, aptitudes and interests through interviews and testing. Develop and maintain placement and follow-up as appropriate after assessment and counseling.
Develop and maintain liaison activities with DHS, HRA. Public Assistance and Medicaid Administrators and Workers, to assist eligible residents in securing Public Assistance and Medicaid by acting as a personal advocate through telephone or personal visit/contact
Assist in the development of savings plans with clients as applicable
Assist in the performance of weekly unit inspections of all units, including child welfare-involved families with children from birth to six(6) months of age and all other units on a biweekly basis
Explore where possible, family reunification as an option for transitioning out of shelter
Regularly assess the safety and well-being of clients
Make appointments for residents’ physical exams.
Develop with the resident, a contract of mutually agreed goals and objectives to be accomplished within an agreed upon timetable.
Facilitate psycho educational groups in conjunction with direct service staff.
Assist in the coordination of on-site and off-site services
Participate in training seminars conducted to enhance and develop clinical skills with the client population.
Attend weekly individual case supervision, group supervision, monthly case conferences, and staff meetings.
Function independently in time of facility coverage, including, responsibility for appropriate action in crisis situations per agency procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Bachelors Degree in Human Services.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Two (2) years of counseling experience, preferred, in a residential shelter.
Three (3) years of crisis counseling experience preferred in a residential shelter for homeless individuals and/or families.
In addition, must have training and experience in assessing the vocational and educational needs and aptitudes of clients, thorough familiarity and success with engaging clients experience assisting eligible clients through the process of obtaining Public Assistance, Medicaid and other benefits.
Experience with supportive group facilitation.
Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homelessness within disenfranchised communities including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues.
Familiarity with DHS regulations and DHS Cares Reporting.
Must possess a demonstrated ability in delivering client services including: communication and listening skills, understanding of human interaction and personality development, the ability to write and record case documentation, and demonstrated skills in group counseling.
Employee must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
Must have ability to be flexible of schedule as needed.

At URI we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. We actively seek a diverse candidate pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. At URI we offer equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Pay: $39,000.00 - $48,348.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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child development specialist jobs in jersey city nj

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