Safe Place for Youth · 3 months ago
Lighthouse Case Manager (Full-Time)
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $24/hr
1+ years expSafe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. The Lighthouse Case Manager is responsible for overseeing the safety and cleanliness of the transitional living program, assisting residents with resources, and facilitating community activities to support their well-being.
AssociationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Daily site and overall property inspections to maintain curbside appeal and resident safety
Maintain inventory and storage of program supplies, including food, program supplies, cleaning supplies, etc
Assist with program intakes and exits, including preparing intake packets, documentation of requirements, and conducting exit service evaluations
Coordinate and assist with food and meal support in the program, including ordering and receiving Food Pantry donations and picking up food as needed
Report all issues concerning resident health, safety, maintenance or other areas of concern in a timely manner and complete required documentation
Interact and build relationships with residents, demonstrating the ability to support resident success, solve problems and enforce house rules
Facilitate and/or coordinate activities, events, and workshops for residents
Provide resources and other information to support residents in accessing needed services
Collaborate with community partners and volunteers to coordinate life skills workshops and programming to the site
Assist in the preparation of required program reports
Drive to transport residents to services and community activities
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization
Qualification
Required
1-2 years of experience providing direct services to high-risk transitional age youth (TAY) is required
A self-starter who is prepared to drive innovative solutions within the organization
Excellent communication and organizational skills
An ability to work in a fast paced environment that requires effective collaboration with several staff members
Valid California driver's license, auto insurance, and the ability to transport residents
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field is preferred. Related work or lived experience of housing insecurity or homelessness will be strongly considered in place of or in addition to a Bachelor's degree
1-2 years of experience accessing social services (homeless services, DCFS, probations, DPSS, etc.) is a plus
Best practice models including: Housing First, Positive Youth Development, Authentic Youth Engagement, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, Critical Time Intervention
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
403b with agency contribution
Vacation/sick time
Weekly meditation/mindfulness
Professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth
Company
Safe Place for Youth
SPY's mission is to empower young people experiencing homelessness to thrive by providing lasting, community-driven solutions
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Erika Hartman
Chief Executive Officer
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