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Supportive Housing Case Manager (FT or PT)

  • On-site
    • Hyde Park, California, United States
    • Long Beach, California, United States
    +1 more
  • $23 - $25 per hour

Job description

The Supportive Housing Case Manager (Ages 18–25) supports young adults in securing and keeping stable housing while building life skills and independence. Using a positive, youth-centered approach, you’ll carry a small caseload (12–18 clients), offer flexible one-on-one guidance, and connect them to education, jobs, and community resources. This is a rewarding role for anyone who enjoys cheering young people on as they step confidently into adulthood.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct intake assessments, develop individualized housing stability/service plans, and update plans quarterly or as needs change.

  • Assist clients in securing and maintaining permanent housing (lease signing, landlord mediation, rental arrears negotiation, unit inspections, etc.).

  • Coordinate medical, mental health, substance use treatment, benefits enrollment (SSI/SSDI, SNAP, Medicaid), employment, and other supportive services.

  • Use harm-reduction and trauma-informed approaches in all client interactions.

  • Advocate for clients with landlords, courts, hospitals, and benefit agencies.

  • Facilitate crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed; participate in on-call rotation (if applicable).

  • Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and regular supervision.

  • Collaborate with property managers, housing navigators, peer specialists, and clinical teams.


Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field (preferred).

  • At least 1–2 years of case management experience with people experiencing homelessness, mental illness, substance use, or trauma.

  • Knowledge of Housing First, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing (preferred).

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

  • Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.

  • Ability to work independently in the field and manage a flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends).

  • Ability to pass background checks.

Physical Demands:

  • Frequent travel throughout the service area for home visits and meetings

  • Ability to manage emotionally intense situations and secondary trauma

  • Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.

  • Standing/Walking: Requires standing and walking for extended periods during shifts.

  • Bending/Stooping: Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to access materials stored at various heights.

Job Type: Full-time Schedule: 8-hour shift | 40 per week |

Shifts Available: Monday to Friday and Saturday & Sunday (8am - 4pm) (4pm - 12am) (12am - 8am)

Driver's License: (Required)

Willingness to travel:  As needed

Work Location: In person

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