Bilingual Case Manager: Spanish/English for Youth

National Youth Advocate Program; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Pet insurance

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan assistance

CEUs & trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Chicago seeks a dedicated Case Manager to connect youth and families with essential support services and resources, and to complete timely assessments and service plans.

You will interview youth and sponsors, coordinate with partners, maintain detailed documentation, support reunification and discharge planning, and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team to safeguard wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• 1 year experience with children/youth preferred.
• Excellent case management and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends/evenings.
• Background clearance Level II.
• Must obtain CPI and First Aid/CPR certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Driver's license and vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and service plans within ORR timelines.
• Conduct intake interviews with youth and sponsors.
• Coordinate Know Your Rights presentations and legal screenings.
• Maintain UC Portal and NYAP CQI compliant case files.
• Attend and coordinate staffing with multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate with pro bono attorneys for legal screenings.
• Document actions and progress notes; provide weekly updates.
• Support reunification planning and post-release services.

Skills

Case management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Chicago seeks a dedicated Case Manager to connect youth and families with essential support services and resources, and to complete timely assessments and service plans.

You will interview youth and sponsors, coordinate with partners, maintain detailed documentation, support reunification and discharge planning, and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team to safeguard wellbeing.