SCAN Navigator (Youth Case Manager)
SCAN Navigator (Youth Case Manager)
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USD 39000 - 45000
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Job Description
Who we are
Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic wellness and skill development services to youth families and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment respect safety and teamwork.
About the Role - SCaN Navigator (Youth Case Manager)
As a SCAN Navigator within our team that works on the Service Coordination and Navigation (SCaN) program youll serve as a dedicated youth case manager working with youth ages 1424 who are involved in street activity or the justice system in Chicagos South Shore community. This position is funded by the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) through December 31 2025 with a strong possibility of renewal based on program funding decisions made before the end of the year.
The SCAN Navigator will provide intensive hands-on support to help young people achieve goals related to education employment housing and wellness. Youll work directly with youth to develop personalized plans connect them to community resources and provide ongoing mentoring and guidance. This field-based position requires strong relationship-building skills flexibility and a commitment to trauma-informed youth-centered care. If you want to make a meaningful difference by helping youth build safer more stable lives this role offers that opportunity.
In this role you will:
- Develop individualized achievement plans with youth based on their goals and strengths
- Provide mentoring and life skills coaching to promote emotional and social growth
- Coordinate services across education employment housing and mental health systems
- Make community referrals and support youth in accessing resources
- Build relationships with youth families schools mentors and legal stakeholders
- Track and document services in internal and funder systems (e.g. CitySpan SDS)
Who were looking for
Required:
- High School Diploma/equivalent with 3 years of related work or lived experience
- Strong communication organization and time management skills
- Valid drivers license (IL IN or WI) and reliable transportation with insurance
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- No history of child abuse or neglect
Preferred:
- Bachelors Degree in a human service field
- Experience working with youth who have experienced trauma
- Knowledge of strength-based youth development practices
- Familiarity with community resources and case management
- Comfort using digital tracking systems (e.g. CitySpan)
Additional Information
- Full-time position - flexibility for evenings and some weekends is required
- On-site at 1818 E 71st Street Chicago IL with local travel required via personal vehicle
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: $39000$45000/year based on experience.
- Average of 1725 days PTO 9 holidays
- Medical dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Free life insurance (2x salary)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonus up to $1500
How to Apply
Submit your resume here. We look forward to learning more about you!
Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the necessary skills and abilities. Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not have experience in all areas of essential functions. We look forward to your application.
This position meets the FLSA requirements for Exempt
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
