Care Coordinator II

DAYBREAK INC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

DAYBREAK INC in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a dedicated individual to provide therapeutic-based support to youth and young adults experiencing homelessness. You will help rapidly secure housing and connect them with vital resources, fostering long-term stability and well-being.

This role requires developing individualized service plans promoting self-sufficiency and community integration. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and case management experience. Collaboration with team members and community providers is essential for achieving YYA goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• At least 2 years of case management experience.
• Direct experience with youth experiencing homelessness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support for youth experiencing homelessness.
• Develop and implement personalized service plans.
• Coordinate care among team members and community providers.

Skills

Case management

Youth mentorship

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Provide individualized, therapeutic-based support to youth and young adults (YYAs) experiencing homelessness. Support YYAs in quickly securing safe and stable housing while connecting them to resources that promote long-term stability and overall well‑being. Work closely with clients to create individualized service plans that emphasize self-sufficiency, community integration, and holistic care, tailored to each client’s unique needs and strengths.

Duties and Responsibilities

Case Management and Client Support

• Ensure all care coordination and housing-focused services are rooted in Housing First for Youth principles, prioritizing rapid placement in stable housing without preconditions while offering flexible, youth-centered support that promotes independence and resilience for long-term success.
• Provide individualized case management services, life skills education, and linkage to educational, employment, financial, medical, housing, and other social resources tailored to the YYA’s treatment plan goals.
• Foster life skill development, social skills enhancement, and housing stability through personalized support, empowering YYAs to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of individualized treatment plans with YYAs and their service teams, identifying strategies or treatment options to ensure progress toward YYA goals.
• Engage, mentor, and meet with YYAs regularly as determined by program standards, promoting trusting relationships while delivering care coordination services that align with Housing First for Youth principles, including YYA choice and trauma-informed approaches.
• Conduct home visits as needed, ensuring at least one visit per month to the YYA’s apartment to assess progress and identify areas for growth as they work toward independence.
• Assist YYAs in developing schedules to track activities and appointments, ensuring consistency and follow-through. Accompany YYAs to court dates, SSI hearings, and other appointments, advocating for their needs when appropriate.
• Assist YYAs in developing an exit plan and provide aftercare services to ensure long-term housing stability.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Act as a central point of communication among team members and external community providers to promote a collaborative, youth-centered approach. Regularly evaluate progress and adjust strategies as needed to ensure YYA goals are achieved.
• Collaborate with Daybreak providers and external community partners to help YYAs progress toward their individualized treatment plan goals.
• Coordinate YYA’s activities with the service team, ensuring their needs are met and barriers to success are identified and addressed promptly. Provide guidance and support to ensure responsibilities are completed successfully.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain monthly productivity according to standards set by Senior Management by providing individual and group services, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate YYA records in compliance with agency procedures and funder requirements, ensuring all documentation is completed within a timely manner per agency standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, criminal justice or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of program management or case management experience is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working directly with youth and young adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability is preferred.