TLS Case Manager

SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Time-limited Subsidy is a Housing First program focused on providing solutions to unhoused youth by assisting them to move into permanent housing. With the assistance of the Case Manager, transitional aged youth receive services and resources to build life skills that support youth to meet their responsibilities.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in case management, counseling, or related experience is required.
• Valid California driver’s license, personal vehicle and insurance
• Familiarity with Los Angeles social services resources and the ability to creatively problem solve member issues.
• Strong written and verbal skills
• High level of personal accountability for the quality and impact of work.
• Mandated Reporting Requirements: All SPY employees are mandated reporters and are legally required to report any reasonable suspicion of child, elder, or dependent adult abuse or neglect.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. Please submit proof of vaccination to [email protected]. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It's important to note that these accommodations are not guaranteed.
• Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record.
• For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

Nice To Haves

• B.A. or B.S. in Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness is preferred.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Individuals with lived experience of homelessness, incarceration, or addictions are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency with electronic record keeping systems and/or Clarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach youth to complete housing applications, accompany them to leasing appointments, and other support associated with the housing placement process.
• Conduct housing searches and identify housing options suitable for youth and in compliance with program requirements.
• Provide case management to connect youth to wraparound supports through SPY and other community resources.
• Ongoing assessment of youth needs and developing individualized housing and service plans that are updated monthly in partnership with youth.
• Provide crisis management and de-escalation interventions as needed (e.g. minimize risk that could jeopardize the tenant-landlord relationship).
• Engage youth in life skills workshops and activities (e.g. how to budget, utilizing public assistance benefits, accessing free or low-cost services, conflict resolution, etc).
• Engage youth in increasing their income to ensure they are able to sustain market rate housing.
• Refer and link youth to community services, such as education and employment opportunities, mental health resources, legal aid, etc.
• Organize, schedule, and facilitate youth and team meetings.
• Maintain youth files in compliance with program standards.
• Submit documentation, notes and reports in a timely manner.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords and community agencies.
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization
• Advocating for youth while increasing landlord engagement.
• Collaborate with various teams to assist members in meeting goals.
• Meet with members in-person.

Benefits

• comprehensive health coverage
• 403b with agency contribution
• ample paid time off
• professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree