Youth Prevention Case Planner - Outreach & Support

Alternatives For Girls; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternatives For Girls seeks a Case Planner for Prevention in Detroit, MI. You will lead outreach to middle schools to enroll girls in programs like Girls with Ambition or EmpowHer, meet with participants and parents to guide enrollment, and develop action plans addressing goals.

Responsibilities include follow-ups, advocacy, and maintaining records while ensuring program quality, scheduling, and reporting. A background in social services and a driver’s license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Solid organizational and case management skills.
• Good communication, diplomacy and tact.
• Good decision-making and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative and meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality and ability to handle crisis and job stress.

Responsibilities

• Perform community outreach to middle schools to recruit girls for programs.
• Meet with participants and parents to explain programs and enrollment packets.
• Conduct initial meetings with participants to assess needs and create action plans.
• Follow up with families to ensure needs are met and provide resources.
• Advocate for girls on school, community, and family issues as needed.
• Maintain participant records and ensure documentation for program activities.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Organization

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice

Job description

Alternatives For Girls seeks a Case Planner for Prevention in Detroit, MI. You will lead outreach to middle schools to enroll girls in programs like Girls with Ambition or EmpowHer, meet with participants and parents to guide enrollment, and develop action plans addressing goals.

Responsibilities include follow-ups, advocacy, and maintaining records while ensuring program quality, scheduling, and reporting. A background in social services and a driver’s license are preferred.