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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen (CCDOM), with more than 450 employees is a non-profit, social services agency with its mission, driven by Catholic social teaching, of providing quality services with dignity and respect to the poor, vulnerable and all people in need and partnering with families and communities to improve the quality of life. We serve more than 68,000 clients per year throughout Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren counties in NJ. LifeSet Specialist 078 - Phillipsburg, Somerset, Perth Amboy locations Salary $55,000 The LifeSet Specialist is responsible for providing services to address the needs of young people ages 17-21 who are transitioning out of resource home/foster care, or are already living independently, and need individualized skill development and support to transition successfully into adulthood. Skill development may include obtaining and maintaining safe and suitable housing, continuing their education, learning independent living skills, obtaining and maintaining employment, building a support system, and remaining free from legal involvement. Specialists primarily work in the community and will have access to an agency vehicle, cell phone, and laptop. Specialists will be provided with training in an evidenced based model and are expected to adhere to this model throughout the intervention. Requirements: BA/BS in a social service field plus one year experience is required. Bilingual preferred. Work independent and with a team, strong organizational skills, knowledge of the community, and ability to advocate for youth. This is a home-based position covering Essex, Middlesex, Somerset, Mercer, Hunterdon, Warren, and Union Counties. Evenings and on-call availability required. Acceptable driver’s license history. Benefits CCDOM offers a competitive benefits plan that includes: Medical and Prescription Dental Vision Up to 13 Paid Holidays Begin with 20 Days of Paid Time Off Non-Contributory Pension Plan Ability to contribute to 403(b) retirement plan Life and Disability Insurance Agency Perks and Discounts Employee Assistance Program Verizon FIOS Affinity Federal Credit Union membership NJM Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield Flex Spending Accounts Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is an Equal Opportunity Employer