Mission: The Link works with youth and young families to overcome the impacts of poverty and social injustice. Our 23 programs provide supportive housing, intensive case management services, and skills development to youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness, sex trafficking and/or involvement in the juvenile justice system. The Link prides itself on its innovative, youth-centered, strengths-based programming for youth and families as well as programs that are co-designed, implemented and overseen by youth. Position Specifics Hiring Salary Range: $23.13-$26.00/hour based on qualifications Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Location: North Minneapolis Hours/Days: Mon-Fri, 9:00-5:00 BASIC FUNCTION The Link s Periscope Program provides housing and services to young people (18-24) that have experienced Hennepin County foster care, Hennepin County Juvenile Justice, or Hennepin County Mental Health systems. The Case Managers work to support participants focusing on tenancy skills, meeting program expectations, maintaining housing, increasing academic achievement, obtaining employment, and financial literacy. Case Managers provide a variety of assessments and evaluations and assist participants in developing Individual Service Plans and strategies for implementation, for which the case manager will monitor and provide resources, referrals and advocacy. Case Managers also provide individualized and specialized support to participants who are pregnant and/or parenting. This program provides support and assistance for youth who qualify for FYI vouchers with MPHA, St. Louis Park HA. Bloomington HRA, and Metro HRA within Hennepin County. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide case management services to clients in the Periscope Program Conduct assessments with client to determine barriers, resource needs and other factors related to case planning, acting as a broker for services and referring them to community resources when necessary Support participants in setting and pursuing goals Act as liaison between client/landlord/public housing authority relationships relating to tenancy issues Assist clients in living independently Act as a liaison with other service providers Maintain consistent home visits with clients Provide necessary transportation according to availability Keep updated records of all interactions with clients and any other contacts made on their behalf Provide on-going monitoring and reporting of participant s progress Provide on-going Independent Living Skills instruction in both group and one on one settings Attend and contribute to appropriate weekly case review/team meetings Assist youth with specific services and referrals depending on their identity GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Preserve the integrity of the programs and agency Demonstrate commitment to The Link s mission and vision, and values of equity, diversity and inclusion Support the overall growth of the agency Maintain positive and healthy relationship with co-workers and other related parties Assist where needed as a team player Create a safe, respectful, and healthy atmosphere and environment where everyone can grow and learn Participate in special projects as necessary Attend all meetings and trainings as required Maintain positive and professional interactions with clients, co-workers, and all parties involved All other duties as assigned