Case Manager

La Casa Norte

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 41212 - 44302

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title:Case Manager

Reports To:Youth Development Manager

Salary Range:$41212 $44302 annually

Schedule:Tues-Fri 10 am 7pm & Sat 9 am 6pm

Classification:Full Time- Exempt

La Casa Nortes mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. We provide access to stable housing and deliver comprehensive services that act as a catalyst to transform lives and communities.

Our programs including Casa Corazón (Drop-In and Emergency Beds) and Solid Ground Supportive Housing aim to transform the lives of homeless and at-risk youth (ages 1624) by providing them with the stability support and guidance they need to thrive.

Job Summary

The Case Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive case management advocacy and supportive services to homeless and at-risk youth. This position supports youth in developing life skills securing stable housing and accessing educational vocational and healthcare resources.

Work schedules vary depending on program assignment typically Tuesday - Saturday with evening and weekend flexibility required. Positions are located across multiple neighborhoods including Humboldt Park Back of the Yards and Logan Square.

Key Responsibilities

Advocacy and Support Services

Provide case management using a strength-based trauma-informed harm reduction approach.
Maintain professional supportive relationships with youth staff and community partners.
Assist youth in overcoming barriers to housing employment and education.
Provide life skills training (e.g. decision-making budgeting conflict resolution time management).
Deliver crisis intervention services and ongoing mentoring.
Advocate for youth with landlords schools employers shelters and institutions.
Refer and connect youth to wrap-around services (e.g. food pantries clothing closets legal aid parenting classes mental health/substance use services).

Case Management Duties

Conduct intakes assessments and individualized service/action planning.
Assist with applications for public benefits and other documentation.
Support youth in identifying and securing housing opportunities (shelters supportive housing apartments).
Distribute resources (CTA passes toiletries food etc.) as appropriate.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to provide holistic care.
Document all services and outcomes in HMIS ClientTrack and paper files.

Program Operations and Environment

Support coverage during program hours and coordinate workshops food and activities.
Maintain safe and welcoming environments addressing safety hazards emergencies or incidents.
Encourage youth participation in maintaining clean healthy shared spaces.
Plan and facilitate monthly schedules of programming and activities.
Support volunteer groups and community engagement events.

Administrative and Leadership Responsibilities

Assist Program Supervisors/Coordinators with program development and service delivery.
Provide supervision to interns volunteers and graduate-level students as appropriate.
Participate in on-call rotation covering occasional evenings and weekends.
Assist with data collection grant reporting and audits.
Uphold La Casa Norte policies including the Declaration of Non-Violence.

Professional Development and Team Collaboration

Attend weekly staff meetings trainings and workshops.
Participate in La Casa Nortes fundraising and outreach events.
Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen and develop new programming.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above all La Casa Norte employees are responsible for contributing to the overall success of La Casa Norte by:

Participating in La Casa Nortes fundraising events.
Participating in on- and off-site staff trainings workshops and outreach events as needed.
Collaborating in a team approach to develop new programs.
Participate in on-call rotation to support all youth programs overnight and on weekends.
Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelors degree in social work psychology or a related fieldorat least three (3) years of equivalent experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work with homeless at-risk LGBTQ and adjudicated youth.
Knowledge of Latino and African American cultural social and economic contexts.
Strong organizational time management and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
Valid drivers license insurance and reliable vehicle required.
Must pass background check and medical clearance if assigned to certain programs.

Work Conditions

Flexible hours including evenings weekends and on-call rotation.
Must be able to walk up and down stairs and lift/move up to 25 lbs.
Frequent engagement in community outreach program activities and events.

Compensation and Benefits Package Includes:

Paid Time Off: 14 vacation days per year
Personal Days: 7 personal days per year
Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually
Sick Leave: 6 sick days annually
Health Insurance: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (HMO/PPO options)
Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage options
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan
Life Insurance: $25000 basic term life insurance (at no cost to employees)
Disability Insurance: Long-term disability coverage (at no cost to employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax options for healthcare transit and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential resources for employees

Bargaining Unit Status:

This position is represented by the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 39.

Equal Opportunity Statement

La Casa Norte is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race ethnicity religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status national origin pregnancy disability or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.

Required Experience:

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Title:Case ManagerReports To:Youth Development ManagerSalary Range:$41212 $44302 annuallySchedule:Tues-Fri 10 am 7pm & Sat 9 am 6pmClassification:Full Time- ExemptLa Casa Nortes mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. We provide access to stable housing and deliver compre...