Friends of Youth is a not for profit organization committed to the support of youth and young adults in our community. With 60 years of experience, 20 program sites, and national accreditation, we provide safe places and emotional support for youth and families in challenging circumstances. Our services include:
-Residential Services, providing therapeutic residential services, including foster care, to youth under 18;
-Homeless Support Services, providing outreach, overnight shelter, case management, employment and housing for homeless youth and young adults in East King County
-Youth and Family Services, providing counseling, substance abuse treatment, prevention and parenting programs in East King County.
We are currently seeking a stellar Case Manager to work out of our New Ground Kirkland facility. New Ground Kirkland is a part of our Transitional Living Program within Homeless Youth Services.
The Case Manager provides comprehensive case management, counseling and career guidance services to homeless youth who are single, pregnant or parenting in transitional housing program. The Case Manager will be part of a team delivering support services and temporary housing to young people moving towards self-sufficiency.
Responsibilities
Program Delivery
Provide ongoing career guidance and educational counseling.
Provide parenting education and role modeling (with parenting youth only).
Identify educational resources and job training programs.
Hold a series of workshops in job interviewing and preparation, career exploration, etc.
Help locate resources for financial aid.
Assist in gaining access to on-going healthcare.
Assist in providing access to transportation for youth attending school, job interviews, appointments, etc.
Coordinate delivery of resident's case management in all areas of education, employment, personal and health needs.
Attend monthly TLP meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Clinical Tasks
Conduct participant intake and assessments.
Assist in the development of individualized transitional housing plans.
Hold weekly individual and group counseling sessions.
Keep accurate, up-to-date participant records and collect data on student progress toward goals.
Complete quarterly program reports.
Provide participant follow-up and aftercare services to those leaving the program and moving into permanent housing.
Participate in agency or professional group seminars and conferences to increase professional knowledge.
Supervision of Resident Manager.
Advocacy
Develop referral network of specialized service providers.
Working with other case managers, local government, schools, and some area employers to develop jobs and mentoring opportunities for program participants.
Work with community volunteers to develop new program resources and career options for participants.
Work with Program Manager to do client advocacy and systems advocacy on behalf of homeless youth and families.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education and Experience
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Bachelor's Degree plus five years of experience.
Experience working with abused and/or homeless youth preferred.
Experience in youth education and employment programs preferred.
Education or experience in cultural competency.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Ability to work as part of a team.
Demonstrated skills in re-parenting.
Must have own transportation available with necessary insurance.
Employees and volunteers who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record as defined by Friends of Youth. Employees and volunteers who operate their own vehicle(s) on Friends of Youth business must carry auto liability insurance that complies with the requirements of Friends of Youth.
Knowledge of relevant COA standards and participation in a Performance and Quality Improvement process.
Must demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences and acommitment to the value of cultural competency.
To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to saram@friendsofyouth.org. Applications accepted until position is filled.
- Location: Kirkland
- Compensation: DOE
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