Case Manager – Housing Support

Community Teamwork Inc; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Weeks Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

12 paid holidays

Medical Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Employer Contribution

Job summary

Community Teamwork Inc. is seeking a Housing Support Case Manager to join the Youth Services team at the Youth Opportunity Center in downtown Lowell.

The role focuses on case management for at-risk and homeless youth aged 14–25, providing advocacy, support and connections to services to achieve housing stability and well-being. The position emphasizes building individualized service plans, conducting community visits, and collaborating with partners to address barriers to self-sufficiency,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• 2 years of experience working with at risk youth.
• Minimum of one year assessment advocacy and case management work in a Human Service field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources available to low income individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess for general housing needs with each participant.
• Formulation of housing and stabilization individualized service plans.
• Perform regular Youth Housing programming visits in the community.
• Work closely with individuals to identify and build upon strengths and develop strategies to address barriers identified through the assessment process.
• May assist other Youth Services team members as needed supporting programming and difficult or complex situations.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Community resources

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Data collection systems

Job description

Case Manager Housing Support full time day shift Pay Range 24 27 per hour

Company Overview

Community Teamwork is a private non profit organization located in Lowell MA We employ over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change We leverage our programs our partnerships and our collective voice to foster equity compassion and community engagement by creating housing education and economic opportunities

Position Summary

We are seeking a Housing Support Case Manager as part of CTIs Youth Services team located at the Youth Opportunity Center in downtown Lowell The Housing Support Case Manager will be responsible for case management for at risk and homeless youth between the ages of 14 25 and will provide advocacy support and community connection to assist clients and families to overcome barriers to self sufficiency working towards stable housing and well being

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assess for general housing needs with each participant
• Formulation of housing and stabilization individualized service plans
• Perform regular Youth Housing programming visits in the community
• Work closely with individuals to identify and build upon strengths and develop strategies to address barriers and concerns identified through the assessment process
• May assist other Youth Services team members as needed supporting programming and difficult or complex situations

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• 2 years of experience working with at risk youth
• Ability to work comfortably with at risk youth in both group and individual settings preferably with experience supporting at risk youth entering into employment and post secondary education
• Minimum of one year assessment advocacy and case management work in a Human Service field
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources available to low income individuals and families
• Excellent customer service organizational oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast paced environment
• Proficient computer skills required in basic computer software and data collection systems
• Excellent crisis management skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality of information
• Excellent attention to detail
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree preferred preferably in a Human Services related field
• Minimum 5 years direct case management experience may substitute for degree
• Bilingual skills EnglishSpanish EnglishKhmer EnglishPortuguese

Benefit Information

• 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities
• 5 employer contribution to your 401k retirement account after 6 months of employment

Equal Opportunity Employer VetsDisabled

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence