Safe House Lead Case Manager with 1000 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

$1,000 hiring bonus paid out in two payments of $500 each (3 months and 6 months after hire).

Safe House is a 60-day emergency shelter for up to 6 youth ages 16 to 20 which operates 24/7, 365 days a year to support youth experiencing homelessness. The house has spacious and youth-friendly common areas, five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and storage areas. Safe House provides youth with a friendly, safe environment where they can begin next steps on their journey. The Case Manager at Safe House is responsible for working with youth on next steps of their journey.

JOB SUMMARY:

Work collaboratively to provide supportive case management to youth in the Safe House emergency youth shelter.

Provide assistance and guidance to ensure individuals have the support to set goals and make achievements in attaining stable housing, education and/or training, job exploration, financial support and budgeting, independent living skills, mental and physical health wellness, and plan for their future. Respect, learn and support through a trauma informed approach each individual's unique cultural, racial, ethnic, disability status, religious, sexual orientation and gender identity so they feel safe and supported.

Scope:

Work with a caseload of 10-15 individuals or families, have regular in-person meetings and supervision, meet individual and program goals as outlined in vision or outcomes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• Experience working with people.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and work well with youth and families experiencing trauma, economic and social problems, mental health and addiction, are LGBTQ+ and of varying racial/ethnic backgrounds.
• Commitment to empowering youth to gain successful outcomes.
• Current Red Cross First Aid and CPR training (may be taken after hire).
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of people.
• Easily navigate smart phone technology and a laptop or be willing to learn.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a vehicle.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in social service degree or relevant study and/or lived experience preferred.