Youth Demonstration Homelessness Project (YHDP) Coordinator

$45,760 - $49,920/Yr

Encompass Community Services - Santa Cruz, CA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Cruz, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated YDHP Coordinator to join our team at TAY. In this position, you will work closely with former foster youth and unhoused youth, ages 15-24, providing case management, guidance, support, and advocacy to help them navigate the challenges of transitioning to independent living and adulthood. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young adults and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply. As a YDHP Coordinator, you will provide case management services to a caseload of clients, which includes completing intakes, goals sheets, updating data in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), and serving as a Connector for the Coordinated Entry System. You will create a warm, welcoming, and safe space for youth in the program, establishing and maintaining close working relationships with them. Advocacy is a key part of this role, as you will serve as a positive role model and ensure the safety and security of the facility in a trauma-informed manner. Additionally, you will assist with household duties such as meal preparation, shopping, laundry, and cleaning to maintain a welcoming environment. Co-facilitating group activities and providing transportation as needed will also be part of your responsibilities. You will lead weekly workshops and participate in weekly outreach activities, assisting youth in building independent living skills, including housing, employment, and money management.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to a caseload of clients, including completing intakes and goals sheets.
• Update data in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
• Serve as a Connector for the Coordinated Entry System.
• Provide a warm, welcoming, and safe space for youth in the program.
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with youth in the program.
• Advocate for youth and serve as a positive role model.
• Ensure the safety and security of the facility in a trauma-informed manner.
• Assist with household duties such as meal preparation, shopping, laundry, and cleaning.
• Co-facilitate group activities and provide transportation as needed.
• Lead weekly workshops.
• Participate in weekly outreach activities.
• Assist youth in building independent living skills, including housing, employment, and money management.

Requirements

• B.A. in related field such as sociology or psychology.
• At least two years' work experience with young adult populations, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of professional ethics required to work with vulnerable populations.
• Strong professional writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong, culturally competent and respectful interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have a vehicle, valid CA driver's license, vehicle insurance, and good driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability, preferred.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• 17 vacation days
• 12 sick days
• 14 additional paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Supportive work environment committed to client dignity and choice