Case Manager I - Youth Resource Team

St. Joseph Center • Santa Monica, CA

8h

About The Position

The Case Manager works as a team member with several social service professional and paraprofessional staff ensuring the delivery of quality care as well as adhering to the mission of St. Joseph Center.

Requirements

• Must be highly motivated and a self-starter.
• The ability to communicate with and relate to a diverse group of people including clients, community, and other staff.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of homeless services and resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Critical Time Intervention, and Housing First.
• Ability to speak fluent Spanish and English language is required.
• At least one year’s experience providing services to highly vulnerable populations.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, human services or a related field; a combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to use widely supported internet browsers.
• Valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
• Valid automobile liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with working with the TAY population is preferred.
• Experience and/or a strong interest in immigration issues and/or family systems.
• Delivered case management services to at-risk and gang-involved youth (ages 10–24), coordinating with schools, after-school programs, and camps to develop individualized support plans focused on education, behavioral goals, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management to assist vulnerable youth to re-engage in the educational system, attain economic viability and achieve personal resiliency.
• Provide targeted outreach, engagement and education activities to Santa Monica youth that meet the criteria as “Opportunity Youth” services in order to increase education, economic viability, and personal resilience.
• Help prospective youth and their families access needed to community resources and supports.
• Assist in establishing eligibility for services as defined by agency and funding sources.
• Perform routine case management activities while working with other program staff providing services to clients.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure integrated services.
• Participate in regular Santa Monica Youth Resource Team meetings as well as agency and/or funders.
• In conjunction with other staff, coordinate activities, recruit participants, arrange event logistics and provide staff support.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are designed to provide typical examples of the work performed; not all duties and responsibilities assigned are included here, nor is it expected that all similar positions will be assigned every duty and responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level