Lead Mobile Response Worker

Full Time Lead Mobile Response Worker – Mobile Response & Stabilization Services Program, Jersey City, NJ

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark seeks a Lead Mobile Response Worker to provide counseling, guidance, and referral services to families facing juvenile crises. The role involves 24/7 crisis intervention, case management, and team leadership to defuse emergencies and keep children in safe, stable environments.

• Provide mobile crisis intervention and assessment, and stabilize clients for 72 hours to 8 weeks.
• Coordinate individualized Crisis Plans that meet family needs.
• Manage discharge and transition services, including referrals.
• Audit client records and implement corrective actions.
• Schedule weekly team coverage and lead daily dispatch teams.
• Assist with team training schedules and monitor resource development.
• Support Program Supervisor with orientation and other supervisory duties.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or a related human services field.
• 1–3 years of experience with children and families, preferably in crisis assessment and intervention.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preference for bilingual Spanish‑English speakers; prior team‑lead or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.

• Submit a cover letter, desired salary, and resume online.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Catholic Charities is an equal‑opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, marital or family status, or military/veteran status.

$58,000–$62,000 annually