Case Manager Lead, Res Specialist

• 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

• Life Skills Workshops: Facilitate workshops, both internally and externally, that promote our program's four core values:
• Social Emotional Well-Being
• Permanent Connections
• Education or Employment
• Safe and Stable Housing

• Maintain thorough documentation, including intensive case notes, to track client progress and workshop outcomes.
• Resource Navigation: Assist clients in navigating available resources to help them achieve their personal goals.
• Community Partnerships: Develop and maintain partnerships with local organizations to enhance daily programming, such as clinic days or library access.

• Manage a caseload of five young adults residing in a shared house.
• Conducting resident meetings
• Performing room checks (mandatory)
• The Lead Case Manager Resource Specialist will coordinate both resident meetings and room checks to ensure a supportive living environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, administration or related 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.
• Minimum three years of experience working with teens or young adults in 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, including skills in coaching and giving/receiving feedback.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• 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.
• Within 30 days of employment or first available training.

• Minimum one year of experience supervising employees or full-time interns, volunteers or national service members (AmeriCorps, etc.).

Authorized Driver Requirement

This is a safety-sensitive role that requires transporting clients as an “authorized driver” for the Y using an employer-provided vehicle. Potential offers are contingent upon meeting the following conditions: Being 21+, having a valid driver's license for at least three years, and possessing a driving record that meets Y standards (i.e., no more than two moving violations within the last three years; no significant incidents, such as reckless driving, DUI / DWI, tickets 20+ miles above the speed limit, etc., within the last 5 years). *Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our fleet management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers.* You must also pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances, including marijuana.

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