Case Manager Navigation and Diversion

Job description

Overview


Our Commitment to EquityThe Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice.

We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism.

We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.


Job Summary

The focus of this role is to support young adults who may have experience in foster care, homelessness, disconnection from school, juvenile justice, and/or other systems of care, in developing life skills and acquiring safe and stable housing.

In the Navigation and Diversion program, case managers use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to help identify possible housing solutions to work towards as well as to reach other goals in health, employment, or education.

We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all at the YMCA.


This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS).

The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives.

Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital.

The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment.

Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.

 
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and the hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours can be flexible as needed.


What You Will Get From Working at The Y

+ Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household


+ Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance


+ Retirement with generous employer contributions


+ Free access to mental health resources


+ Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)


+ Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services.



* Some benefits only available to full-time staff
Hiring Range: $24.00 – $27.00/hour

Responsibilities


+ Provides specialized services to youth and young adults in education, employment/career development, housing, technology, or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals.Build strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services.



+ Develops individualized, strengths-based, youth-driven service plans.



+ Must understand contract/grant terms and conditions to ensure program outcome requirements are met and services rendered to young adults appropriately.



+ Researches best practices in field; creates and maintains specialized resource library.



+ Maintains clear, professional, timely participant contact notes, service plans, progress updates, outcomes, and other documentation in designated databases.



+ Teaches life skills, job readiness or other subject matter individually and/or in groups, often experientially.



+ Teams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities, including visits to related resources in the community.



+ Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with funding liaisons, other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions as related to specialized services.



+ Supports participant success in key domains such as safe and stable housing, permanent connections to supportive adults, education and employment, health and well-being, and life skills.



+ May assist with program coordination or other activities related to job focus.



+ Participates in YMCA annual fundraising campaign to engage community members in volunteerism and philanthropic support for the Y mission.


* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.





Code of Conduct for Applicants (https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779)

Qualifications


+ Bachelor's degree* in psychology, social work or related social services field or equivalent experience, Masters preferred.

Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.



+ Experience working with teens or young adults in employment, foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.



+ Ability to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities.



+ Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.



+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.



+ Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.



+ Ability to transport self and client(s) in a safe and effective manner, and to meet clients at community locations; proof of adequate vehicle insurance coverage is required, or ability to travel to areas without public transportation.



+ Current state approved First Aid and CPR certification.**

+ Current approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.**

+ Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).

Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.



* Some Case Manager positions required Bachelor's degree or higher.



** Within 30 days of employment or first available training.


You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

+ Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.




+ Are very adaptable.




+ Have high ownership and strong work ethic .




+ Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.




+ Truly enjoy being of service to people.




+ Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.




+ Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.



OUR MISSION

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.



OUR VALUES

+ Respect


+ Responsibility


+ Honesty


+ Caring


+ Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment .

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.



We are a drug & alcohol -free workplace.

We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check in accordance with Washington's Fair Chance Act.

Please download and review the below resources for more information:

( i ) The updated 2025 requirements of 49.94.010:

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251099&hashed=1503034877



(ii) The WA attorney general's Washington fair chance act guide for employers and job applicants:

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251100&hashed=74689660





If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.

Required Skill Profession

Other General