RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time position to join as our
Young Adult Support Living Case Manager in Springfield, MA.
Why this job is amazing!
RFK's Young Adult Supported Living Programs provide DCF-referred young adults, ages 18-22 years old, with individualized housing paired with case management and experiential learning for living independently located in the Western regions of Massachusetts. The program aims to give transition-aged youth, not only the skills and knowledge to be successful in their transition to adulthood but to provide safe and supportive ways to practice and master these skills, with graduated levels of independence, self-initiation, and decision-making.
Who We Seek!
The Young Adult Supported Living Program (YASL) seeks a Case Manager (CM) that wants to make a difference in young people's lives as they transition to adulthood. The case manager reports to the Program Director and assists in implementing the RFK- YASL Program. Case managers can work with LGBTQ, Bi-cultural, and bilingual youths with respect. The case manager will ensure that all young adults receive safe, stable housing, staff support, supervision, connections to needed services, and life skills training. Case managers will carry a caseload, from Intake and assessments to discharge. The case manager will provide support to residents in establishing and maintaining housing, program activities, procedures and policy, and any other community providers.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- To work as a cooperative team member and be a positive role model for clients.
- Manage a caseload of 6 young adults.
- Provide effective case management and advocacy.
- Ensure that youth adults are in compliance with lease requirements, and all health and safety standards.
- Build positive and respectable relationships with landlords to ensure apartments are well kept.
- Meet with young adults 2-3 times weekly and monitor progress in accordance with program/agency policies.
- Conduct housing inspections to ensure units meet health and safety standards.
- Refer clients to appropriate services in the community as necessary.
- Ensure program participants have identified medical providers as well as access to community services.
- Advocate on youth adults' behalf, as well as act as liaison with community service providers, landlords, etc.
- Assist youth adults in identifying and assessing immediate and long-term needs, including safety, well-being, and self-sufficiency.
- Develop and facilitate treatment plans and diverse psycho-educational groups.
- Participate in RFK meetings, training, and webinars, as well as RFK-YASL meetings and training as scheduled.
- Serve as a positive role model consistent with agency guidelines regarding professionalism, boundaries, and ethical standards.
- Ability to work independently and display sound decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Preserves the integrity of the programs and agency.
- Demonstrates commitment to the RFK's mission and vision.
- Supports overall growth of the program.
- Maintains positive and healthy relationships with co-workers and other related parties.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and healthy atmosphere and environment.
- Participants in special projects as necessary
- Attend all meetings and training as required.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's level degree required, preferably in the field of human services, psychology or related field
- Experience working with youth in out-of-home placements.
- 1-2 years' experience working with at-risk youths and/or housing services preferred.
- Lived experience of housing insecurity/teen parenting/foster care strongly preferred.
- High level of self-awareness and ability to work effectively with and relate to diverse populations.
- Must have a driver's license and dependable vehicle.
- Must be able to pass a background check, CORI.
- Bi-lingual is a plus.
Available Shift
- Fulltime 40 hrs./week, flexible schedule that encompasses a mixture of some mornings, some evenings, and some weekends to accommodate individual participant needs.
- On-call responsibility
Who we are:
RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strengths, determination, and resilience.
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
Why You'll Love Us:
At RFK Community Alliance, we're committed to taking care of our team, and we know you'll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We're invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you'll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
$2,500 Sign-On Incentive
This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.
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RFK Community Alliance
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
Nov 14, 2024