Case Manager

St. Joseph's Health·Paterson, New Jersey

$23 - $36/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 4 days ago

Practice for this role

Case Manager · $23 - $36/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-37% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Paterson, New Jersey ($37.14/hr)

29 similar openings in the Paterson area · median $37.14/hr

$16.39/hr · lowesthighest · $120/hr

this role: $23.22/hrmedian $37.14/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Paterson, New Jersey rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 37% below the Paterson, New Jersey median for behavioral health roles.

The Case Manager collaborates with the medical team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients. They also build relationships with social service agencies to ensure patients receive all necessary program services.

Responsible for collaborating with the medical team to develop and implement a plan of care which coordinates all of the required services. Must develop a knowledge and working relationship with outside social service agencies to ensure patients have access to all eligible program

Qualifications

Work requires the knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatric Rehabilitation or mental health related discipline. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. Work requires the ability to counsel and educate consumers and their families and to resolve problems that require the use of basic mental health knowledge.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, or a related mental health discipline. The role requires the ability to educate families and resolve problems using foundational mental health knowledge.

bachelor degree
Counseling
Bilingual
Patient education
Interpersonal communication
Case management
Care planning
Social services coordination
Mental health knowledge

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $23 - $36/hr
Location: Paterson, New Jersey
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

Case management demand in New Jersey

In New Jersey, case manager roles are often tied to behavioral health and community-based services, where employers look for candidates who can coordinate care and support people with severe mental illness. These positions can be competitive because a master’s degree is preferred, though a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience may still be considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and tailor your application to show direct experience with complex client needs and service coordination.