TAY Services Case Manager; John Burton

Overview

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.

Why Work at First Place For Youth

• Meaningful Impact: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 onsite and community-based case management for individuals who faced homelessness as Transition Age Youth (TAY) and now live at our affordable housing locations. Through comprehensive case management, the TAY Case Manager helps clients to identify and attain goals in self-sufficiency, independent living, health and wellness, relationships, employment and education, and personal advocacy. The TAY Case Manager also provides on-site, drop-in resource and referral support for residents as needed and coordinates community building activities and workshops that promote independent living skills.

This position works closely with Affordable Housing partners to ensure housing stability. This is fully on-site position requiring onsite work in San Francisco, five days per week, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

• Responsible for providing Case-management and skills development to participants in program
• Conduct monthly meetings with participants assigned to caseload to help participants identify and accomplish short and long-term goals
• Create and deliver impactful service plans for participants that focus on outcomes in wellness, budgeting, long-term housing, education, employment, parenting, relationships and overall health
• Coordinate with referral agencies, identify community resources, track participants’ progress, and develop creative ways for participants to practice and strengthen their independent living skills
• 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
• Assess educational status and interest of participants and support their educational goals
• Work collaboratively with Education and Employment Specialist and participants to improve resumes and cover letters, submit job applications, prepare for interviews and secure full and part-time employment
• Coach participants on handling work-related issues, promote self-advocacy and increase success in job retention
• Form partnerships with community agencies that can help link participants…