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How much do truancy case manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for truancy case manager in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a truancy case manager?

Truancy Case Managers are professionals who work with students, families, and schools to address and reduce absenteeism. They identify the underlying causes of a student's truancy, such as family issues, academic struggles, or mental health concerns, and create intervention plans tailored to each student's needs. By collaborating with educators, social services, and law enforcement, Truancy Case Managers help students return to and succeed in school. Their goal is to promote regular school attendance and support students' overall well-being.

What are some common challenges truancy case managers face when working with students and families?

Truancy Case Managers often encounter challenges such as building trust with students and their families, addressing underlying issues contributing to absenteeism (like family difficulties or mental health concerns), and coordinating effectively with schools and community services. Balancing a supportive approach with the enforcement of attendance policies can also be complex. Success in this role typically requires strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to adapt strategies to individual student needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a truancy case manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Truancy Case Manager, you need a background in social work, education, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with case management software, student information systems, and legal documentation processes is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and problem-solving abilities help build trust with students and families while collaborating with schools and agencies. These skills are crucial for effectively addressing attendance issues, improving student outcomes, and ensuring compliance with educational laws.

What is the difference between Truancy Case Manager vs School Social Worker?

AspectTruancy Case ManagerSchool Social Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require related certificationsMaster's degree in social work (MSW) and state licensure
Work EnvironmentSchools, community programs, juvenile justice settingsSchools, mental health agencies, community organizations
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, juvenile justice systemsSchool districts, healthcare, social service agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles work within educational settings to support student well-being, a Truancy Case Manager primarily focuses on addressing absenteeism and coordinating interventions for truant students. A School Social Worker has a broader scope, providing mental health support, counseling, and addressing various social issues affecting students' academic success.

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Infographic showing various Truancy Case Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,743 per year, or $23 per hour.

On Call Case Manager (Per Diem) - MRSS

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
Non-Profits • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$15/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking Per Diem On Call Case Manager for our Mobile Response and Stabilization Services Program located in Jersey City, NJ.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor Degree in social work or a related field
  • Valid driver’s license

DUTIES AND ABILITIES

  • Is the second person of a team of two who responds to the dispatches after business hours
  • Provide support to the first person on call (full time staff of the MRSS program)
  • Provide crisis de-escalation/intervention, and safety planning to families and children when a child is experiencing an escalating behavioral, emotional issue.

The length of service ranges from a minimum of 72 hours and up to 8 weeks thereafter. All service interventions and supports are determined according to the families' individualized service needs. The Mobile Response Worker/on call is not responsible for coordination of services after the dispatch time. His/her responsibility ends at the end of scene when the family is stable. Calls are received through a centralized screening entity that determines the need for MRSS services. Once calls are received and information documented, the MRSS worker and the Mobile Response/On call worker must respond to the call within 1 hour, as per contract requirements. The program provides services 24/7/365 days a year, within 1 hour of the referrals received.

PROGRAM DETAILS

  • Catholic Charities’ Mobile Response program, based in Jersey City, New Jersey, provides families with counseling, guidance, and referral services to address juvenile crises and to help in stabilizing and preserving the family unit. The program addresses juvenile behavioral problems, such as truancy, chronic runaways, family disputes, and curfew violations. Mobile Response services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, to help children and youth who are experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. The services are designed to defuse an immediate crisis, keep children and their families safe, and maintain the children in their own homes or current living situation (such as a foster home, treatment home or group home). Mobile response/crisis intervention workers respond to calls received by the program through a centralized screening entity that determines the need for services. Workers must respond to calls within one hour by traveling to wherever the crisis occurs, such as in the child’s/family’s home, in school, or other community locations. The Mobile Response program utilizes agency-owned cars that workers use to drive to the site of the crisis.

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you are a qualified candidate, passionate about working with children and families, please submit a resume online with desired hourly rate. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

AGENCY MISSION

  • In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

  • Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.
The hourly rate for this position is $15.92/hr. 

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