Housing Case Manager / Navigator

Job Type: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

About Grace Community Care & Homes

Grace Community Care & Homes provides community-based housing and support services for adults with special needs, disabilities, and Medicaid members in New Jersey.
We help individuals achieve stability and independence through housing supports, skill-building, and inclusion services funded by NJ.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a compassionate and organized Housing Specialists in Bergen, Essex, Union, Hudson County to assist clients in securing and maintaining safe, affordable housing. The Housing Specialist will coordinate with clients, landlords, and managed care providers to ensure successful tenancy, community integration, and compliance with program requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct housing assessments and determine client eligibility for housing caseload of 20 clients per month in person.
• Assist clients with housing search, applications, and move-in coordination
• Build relationships with landlords and local housing programs
• Support clients in maintaining lease compliance and resolving tenancy issues
• Provide ongoing tenancy-sustaining services (budgeting, life skills, advocacy)
• Collaborate with MCO housing teams and Grace Community Care’s intake and billing departments
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes in Microsoft.
• Participate in regular team meetings and training

Qualifications

• Experience in case management and healthcare required.
• Knowledge of NJ familycare/medicaid, DDD, or Section 8 preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel 100% locally for home visits or landlord meetings.
• Must have your own computer and highspeed internet.
• Ability to meet with clients at a safe library.
• 100% field visits required.

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Application Question(s):

• Please Enter The Best Email To Reach You:
• What's the number cases you are able to handle per month?
• Do you have a reliable car?

Ability to Commute:

• Newark, NJ (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road