Youth Housing Case Manager - Pewaukee, United States - Hebron Housing Services

Description

Position Summary:

The Youth Housing Case Manager works to identify the needs of homeless youth (ages 18-24), connects them to resources, and helps them form a plan for obtaining long-term housing and financial stability.

This role will take leadership responsibility in coordinating and providing case management services for clients enrolled in the Youth Housing Program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Case Management Services to households and/or single individuals in the Joint Youth Transitional/Rapid Re-housing Program in Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington Counties.
• Coordinate and provide care that is safe, effective, trauma-informed, and client-centered.
• Maintain accuracy and organization in client files.
• Meet with clients to assess their needs and form individualized plans for housing stability, employability, and long-term financial wellbeing.
• Oversee life-skills coordination, which develops clients' ability to meet daily responsibilities and improve their potential to live independently.
• Work with community partners to refer clients to mental health assistance, job skills training, resume assistance, and other services.
• Enter guests into the Coordinated Entry system in a timely manner; maintain accurate records on the Wisconsin Clarity database, including Coordinated Entry, case notes, and referrals.
• Monitor and adjust client statuses based on changing needs and conditions.
• Help clients make informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their current situation.
• Work in conjunction with the Housing Program Manager to help complete tasks and achieve goals.
• Collaborate with the leadership team, shelter staff, and case management team.
• Participate in regular meetings with program/shelter staff.
• Flexibility to work hours outside of regularly scheduled time.
• Participate in regular ongoing training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Housing Program Manager

Skills/ Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2year degree in Social Work, Human Services, or another related field.
• Knowledge of Trauma-Informed care
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including verbal, written, and active listening skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain personal and professional boundaries in working with clients.
• Ability to maintain a quality workplace in a diverse, fastpaced, stressful, and changing environment.
• Access to a reliable vehicle for meeting with clients in the community
• Ability to assess emergency situations and respond effectively.
• Follows through with commitments and meets deadlines.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to perform tasks with mínimal supervision or oversight.
• Demonstrates ability to be an effective team member.

Schedule:

This hourly, non-exempt position requires a 40-hour work week and has first shift availability. Some weekends and evenings may be required.


Pay:
$ $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location:
In person