Youth Housing Case Manager — Empower Self-Sufficiency

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington; Richland, Walla Walla (WA, WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical &Rx

Retirement 403(b) plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Employee assistance program

Education assistance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is hiring a Case Manager for the Young Adult Housing Program (YAHP) in Richland, WA. The role delivers rental assistance and intensive case management for 18-24 year-olds to help them achieve self-sufficiency and unsubsidized housing.

The position requires frequent travel across Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, and Columbia Counties, with a standard 8am–5pm schedule and up to 50% travel. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, psychology, social work, or related field.
• 1+ year of experience working with teens and young adults.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and provide structured guidance and follow through.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to program youth with a strengths-based approach using Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing.
• Develop relationships with landlords and housing authorities to secure housing opportunities.
• Plan and facilitate group events for youth, including budgeting and community-building activities.
• Teach independent living skills and support youths’ journey to self-sufficiency.
• Coordinate enrollment interviews and evaluate eligibility and program compliance.
• Educate youth on tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities.
• Provide rental assistance payments promptly to vendors on behalf of youth.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure cohesive service delivery.
• Enter data into the homeless client management system by due dates.
• Participate in trainings and local coalition meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth engagement

Written & verbal communication

Multi-tasking & guidance

Conflict resolution

Teamwork & collaboration

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of community resources

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services / related field

Job description

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is hiring a Case Manager for the Young Adult Housing Program (YAHP) in Richland, WA. The role delivers rental assistance and intensive case management for 18-24 year-olds to help them achieve self-sufficiency and unsubsidized housing.

The position requires frequent travel across Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, and Columbia Counties, with a standard 8am–5pm schedule and up to 50% travel. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are required.