TAY Case Manager; RHH

Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.

About First Place for Youth We’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

• Meaningful Impact
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  Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.
• Innovative Approach
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  We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you’ll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.
• Collaborative and Supportive Environment
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  Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.
• Culture of Diversity and Inclusion
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  We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

The TAY Case Manager provides intensive, weekly case management for transition age youth (TAY) ages 18-24 who experienced homelessness and are referred from San Francisco’s Coordinated Entry System to First Place for Youth’s TAY Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) Program. Through comprehensive case management, the TAY Case Manager helps youth to identify and attain goals in the areas of self-sufficiency, independent living, health and wellness, relationships, employment and education, and personal advocacy, with a keen focus on housing procurement, retention, and long-term stability.

The Case Manager also provides community-based services throughout the community and at the youth’s home to teach and model independent living skills development. This position works within a team of Housing Coordinators and a Resource Specialist ensuring housing procurement and connection to community resources. This position is required to work onsite and, in the community, primarily in San Francisco, Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, Monday – Friday.

Caseload Management

• Responsible for providing case management and skills development to participants
• Conduct assessment, planning, and implementation of services for assigned participants to identify and accomplish short and long-term goals.
• Provide direct participant support weekly including a minimum of bi-weekly face-to-face meetings with participants in response to participant needs.
• Create and deliver impactful service plans for participants that focus on achieving outcomes in the areas of wellness, budgeting, long-term housing, education, employment, parenting, relationships and overall health.
• Track participants’ progress and develop creative ways for participants to practice and strengthen their independent living skills towards self-sufficiency.
• Prepare clients to maintain housing after program exit or help them to identify alternative housing options if necessary.
• Support participants to develop and practice social emotional learning skills that promote conflict resolution and decision making.
• Work collaboratively with Resource Specialist to support participants assess career goals, work towards educational milestones, and obtain and retain employment…