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YMCA of Greater Seattle Case Manager - Home at Last Program in Seattle, Washington
Overview
Our Commitment to EquityThe Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
Job Summary
This program supports a caseload of 23 young adults in a Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) project that is community-based around King County. The case managers support participants with a long-term disabling condition which can include but are not limited to physical, mental, substance use disorder or a combination of these. Participants have also experienced chronic homelessness as defined by HUD: HUD Definition. Applicants will work closely with the Housing Authorities to support participants in attaining housing vouchers and supports in order to sustain that housing until a participant is ready to move on from the supportive housing project.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with an anticipated schedule of Monday-Friday, business hours. Hybrid work in the community, office, and from home as determined by Supervisor and business needs.
What You Will Get From Working at The Y
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs
Hiring Range: $24.00 – $27.00/hour
Responsibilities
Provides specialized services to young adults in a Permanent Supported Housing Project including connecting with education, employment/career development, housing, technology, or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals. Build strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services.
Develops individualized, strengths-based, young adult-driven service plans.
Must understand contract/grant terms and conditions to ensure program outcome requirements are met and services rendered to young adults appropriately.
Understands and is willing to learn best practices in field; creates and maintains specialized resource library.
Maintains clear, professional, timely participant contact notes, service plans, progress updates, outcomes, and other documentation in designated databases.
Teaches life skills, job readiness or other subject matter individually and/or in groups, often experientially.
Teams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities, including visits to related resources in the community.
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with funding liaisons, other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions related to specialized services.
Supports participant success in key domains such as safe and stable housing, permanent connections to supportive adults, education and employment, health and well-being, and life skills.
May assist with program coordination or other activities related to job focus.
Participates in YMCA annual fundraising campaign to engage community members in volunteerism and philanthropic support for the Y mission.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree* in psychology, social work or related social services field or equivalent experience, Masters preferred. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
Experience and understanding of behavioral health conditions and response is crucial; ongoing supervision and training is provided.
Experience working with young adults in employment, foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.
Ability to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities.
Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to transport self in a safe and effective manner, and to meet clients at community locations; proof of adequate vehicle insurance coverage is required, or ability to travel to areas without public transportation.
Current state approved First Aid and CPR certification.**
Current approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.**
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
- Some Case Manager positions require Bachelor's degree or higher.
** Within 30 days of employment or first available training.
Our Commitment
The YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org or the HR department at 206.382.5082.