CASE MANAGER - Youth Supportive Housing

Arbor Circle; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid sick time

Supportive culture

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Grand Rapids seeks a case manager to provide support to youth and their families. Responsibilities include coaching independent living skills, budgeting support, and facilitating family reunification. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field, experience with diverse families, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a supportive work culture and benefits such as a 401(k) plan with a match and paid sick time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and direct support to program participants.
• Collaborate with Kent County Youth Action Board on service delivery.
• Maintain weekly communication with youth and represent their interests.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field

Job description

Provides case management and direct support to program participants to achieve project outcomes, including independent living skills coaching, budgeting support, goal planning, resource coordination, and facilitating family reunification sessions with youth and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Collaborates with the Kent County Youth Action Board on recruitment, service delivery strategies, and host engagement and retention. Maintains weekly communication with youth, advocates for and represents youth interests in program meetings and disputes, communicates youth needs and preferences to hosts, families, and program staff, and supports youth participation in family reunification efforts.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility encouraged to accommodate client needs

Learn More About Arbor Circle

• 401 (k) with match
• Focus on Well Being:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid sick time
  • Supportive and fulfilling culture
• Equity and inclusion-focused affinity and work groups
• Market-driven and equitable salary practices