TAY Housing Case Manager

Upward Bound House•Los Angeles, CA

24d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The ideal Case Manager & Housing Navigator builds and fosters healthy relationships with TAY and assists with helping them secure permanent housing; Provides life coaching and case management services to address multiple complex needs and reduce barriers, including referrals to UBH programs and/or other community resources. This position will work in our Transitional Housing Program for Transition Age Youth (TAY) families located in South Los Angeles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, human services or a related field required; Master’s Degree in Social Work preferred.
Minimum of two-years experience providing services to persons experiencing homelessness, preferably Transition Age Youth.
Demonstrated experience in working with at-risk youth to reach their housing, employment, or education goals.
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: mental health, chemical dependency, emotional/behavioral special education, at-risk youth.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to work effectively with youth with a variety of identities, cultures, and backgrounds including ethnic/racial minorities and LGBTQ+.
Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care and Practices required.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Valid California Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance.
TB Test Clearance (upon hire).
Successful completion of background screening.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide life coaching and support services applying strengths-based, Positive Youth Development, and participant-centered approaches.
Develop a service and housing plan to establish goals and action steps toward stabilization, independent living, and self-sufficiency in conjunction with the youth.
Help youth develop permanent connections in their lives to strengthen their support network.
Assist youth in identifying and accessing services necessary to reach long-term housing.
Utilize personal vehicle, in good working order, to transport youth to appointments when needed.
Meet with youth weekly, to monitor progress and /or barriers toward achieving their life aspirations.
Complete clinical services assessment for each youth and share results with LCSW for next steps.
Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
Work with TAY Education and Vocational Specialist to support youth in their education and employment.
Work with UBH team members and community partners, and with input from youth, develop and implement engaging activities and programs.
Provide and/or coordinate life skills training such as parent-child communication, healthy development, healthy life skills (communication, sexual health and development etc.), relationship skills, career success, financial literacy.
Help youth identify and find housing options including assisting with completing housing and credit checks.
Perform recordkeeping and reporting of program activities on electronic reporting systems such as HMIS for outcomes and evaluation; and complete progress notes and program-related reporting as required.
Report issues and problems to supervisor and management.
Attend staff meetings.
Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times.
Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues.
Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines.
Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency.
Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others.
Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration.
Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication.
Work with average supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.