Field Case Manager

Upside is a housing-focused care partner helping people experiencing housing instability take the next step toward stability. We partner with health plans and care organizations to identify members at risk, build a clear housing plan, and drive the work forward through placement and stabilization.

Upside owns the entire housing process from start to finish. Our team engages members, coordinates with local providers and community resources, manages logistics and documentation, and stays involved until the issue is resolved. Our approach is human-first and outcome-driven, measured by real results like stable housing, completed moves, safer living environments, and successful transitions.

About the Opportunity:

The Community Member Support Specialist is responsible for providing in person support to members navigating housing instability and related social needs. This role serves as a critical extension of Upside’s care model in the field, supporting housing navigation, member engagement, and coordination of services directly within the community.

This individual will meet members where they are, including homes, shelters, hospitals, and community settings, to build trust, assess needs, and help move them toward stable housing outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in community health work, behavioral health, case management, or social services, who thrives in dynamic environments and is comfortable working directly with vulnerable populations.

Full-time, field-based role in New Jersey

Candidates should be based in or near Burlington, Camden, Essex, or surrounding counties

Expected to work in the field 3–5 days per week

Schedule is generally Monday–Friday, but may flex based on member needs, field visits, and business priorities

Provide in person member support and outreach across assigned geographic areas in New Jersey

Conduct face to face intake and needs assessments, including housing status, social needs, and barriers to stability

Support housing navigation activities, including applications, documentation, landlord coordination, and resource connection

Assist members in completing required forms, securing identification, and accessing benefits or community services

Build trusted relationships with members through consistent, empathetic, and professional engagement

Coordinate with internal Care Guides, clinical teams, and partner organizations to advance member care plans

Document all interactions accurately and timely in Salesforce and required systems, including field visit notes

Support transitions of care, including hospital discharge, shelter transitions, and community placements

Maintain a structured cadence of member follow up to drive engagement and progress toward housing stability

Identify and elevate risks, barriers, or urgent member needs to appropriate internal teams

Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and all state specific program requirements

Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and quality initiatives

3+ years of experience in housing support services, community health, case management, behavioral health, or social services

Experience working with Medicaid populations or high acuity populations preferred

Community Health Worker (CHW), Behavioral Health, or similar field based experience strongly preferred

Ability to conduct in person visits and travel locally within New Jersey on a daily basis

Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to engage hard to reach populations

Comfort working in unstructured, community based environments including homes, shelters, and public settings

Ability to balance empathy with accountability and follow through

Strong organizational skills and ability to document work accurately in real time

Basic computer proficiency (CRM, mobile tools, documentation systems)

Ability to work independently while staying closely aligned with a remote team

Competitive hourly rate: $25-$26/hour

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and company holidays

Upside is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Upside is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.