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Case Manager

Wasilla, AK · On-site

$19.25 - $24.75/hr

All youth experiencing homelessness and youth at risk of being homeless are empowered to be contributing, self-supporting members of their community. TITLE: Case Manager REPORTS TO: COO EMPLOYMENT ...

Youth Outreach Services

Outreach Worker

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$40K - $46K/yr

Identify and connect with homeless youth in the community who could benefit from YOS services. * Case Management & Support Services: Provide safety assessments, life skills training, education ...

Youth Outreach Services

Outreach Worker

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$40K - $46K/yr

Identify and connect with homeless youth in the community who could benefit from YOS services. * Case Management & Support Services: Provide safety assessments, life skills training, education ...

Youth Outreach Services

Outreach Worker

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$40K - $46K/yr

Identify and connect with homeless youth in the community who could benefit from YOS services. * Case Management & Support Services: Provide safety assessments, life skills training, education ...

Clarvida - Illinois

Youth Case Manager

Itasca, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Youth Case Manager Location: Itasca, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 8/14/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking a Youth Case ...

Clarvida - Illinois

Youth Case Manager

Matteson, IL

$50K/yr

Youth Case Manager Location: Matteson, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 7/16/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking a Youth ...

Clarvida

Youth Case Manager

Grayslake, IL

$50K/yr

Description Youth Case Manager Location: Grayslake, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 6/8/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking ...

Clarvida

Youth Case Manager

Itasca, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Description Youth Case Manager Location: Itasca, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 8/14/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking a ...

Clarvida - Illinois

Youth Case Manager

Grayslake, IL

$50K/yr

Youth Case Manager Location: Grayslake, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 6/8/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking a Youth ...

Clarvida - Illinois

Youth Case Manager

Matteson, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Description Position at Clarvida - Illinois Youth Case Manager Location: Matteson, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 7/16/2026 ...

Clarvida - Illinois

Youth Case Manager

Matteson, IL · On-site

$50K/yr

Youth Case Manager Location: Matteson, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 7/16/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking a Youth ...

Clarvida

Youth Case Manager

Matteson, IL

$50K/yr

Description Youth Case Manager Location: Matteson, IL (On-site / Community-based) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $50,000/year Date Posted: 7/16/2026 About the Role Clarvida is seeking ...

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How much do homeless youth case manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for homeless youth case manager in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a homeless youth case manager do?

A Homeless Youth Case Manager works with young people who are experiencing homelessness to help them access housing, education, healthcare, and other support services. They assess each youth's needs, develop individualized case plans, and connect them with community resources. The goal is to help these youth achieve stability, self-sufficiency, and long-term well-being. Case managers often advocate for their clients and provide ongoing guidance throughout the process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a homeless youth case manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Homeless Youth Case Manager, you need a background in social work, psychology, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and experience with at-risk youth. Familiarity with case management software, documentation protocols, and community resource networks is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and crisis intervention abilities help build trust and effectively support vulnerable populations. These skills are crucial for advocating for youth, connecting them to essential services, and achieving positive outcomes in challenging environments.

What are some common challenges faced by homeless youth case managers and how can they be addressed?

Homeless Youth Case Managers often encounter challenges such as building trust with youth who have experienced trauma, navigating complex social service systems, and managing high caseloads. To address these challenges, case managers typically rely on trauma-informed care approaches, continuous professional development, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration with mental health providers, educators, and housing specialists. Regular team meetings and supervision also provide critical support, allowing case managers to share resources and strategies for overcoming obstacles in their work.

What is the difference between Homeless Youth Case Manager vs Homeless Shelter Coordinator?

AspectHomeless Youth Case ManagerHomeless Shelter Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles require social work or counseling certificationsHigh school diploma; experience in shelter operations often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity outreach, youth shelters, social service agenciesShelter facilities, administrative offices, community centers
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies serving youthHomeless shelters, social service organizations
Primary FocusProviding case management, counseling, and support to homeless youthManaging shelter operations, coordinating services, overseeing staff

While both roles serve homeless populations, the Homeless Youth Case Manager focuses on individualized support and case planning for youth, whereas the Homeless Shelter Coordinator manages shelter operations and staff. The former requires counseling skills and direct youth engagement, while the latter emphasizes administrative and operational duties within shelter settings.

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Infographic showing various Homeless Youth Case Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,743 per year, or $23 per hour.

Case Manager - Homeless Youth Services - full time

South Portland, ME • On-site

The Opportunity Alliance
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$20.50 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Case Manager
Homeless Youth Services
The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Case Manager to join the team in our Homeless Youth Services (HYS) program.
The primary goal of Homeless Youth Services (HYS) is to ensure that youth are stably housed. HYS provides case management to youth who are at risk of homelessness or are literally homeless. This program serves youth who are between the ages of six and twenty-one and reside in York or Cumberland county. This intensive case management service seeks to support and stabilize the entire family, caregivers and siblings included, to promote safety and security through connection to housing and other basic needs.
Homeless Youth Case Managers:
  • Provide intensive case management services to youth and/or families in York and Cumberland counties who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness
  • Support youth and/or families in finding and obtaining stable housing while promoting safety and security
  • Link youth and/or families to services and resources which meet their basic needs to support and stabilize the whole family
  • Participate in program initiatives
  • Attend team meetings
  • Coordinate service teams for each youth and or/family, and complete documentation in a timely fashion.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week position. Position requires a flexible work week including evenings.
Location: Based out of our South Portland office. This position supports Cumberland and York Counties.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Social work or related field required.
  • LSW preferred.
  • At least one year of relevant experience working in human services with families and children who have experienced mental health issues/trauma, substance use disorder and/or poverty required
  • Direct experience volunteering and or working with and for young people in advocacy, youth development, youth leadership and direct social services preferred.
  • Ability to respond to crisis situations in the moment required.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively required.
  • Excellent organizational skills required.
  • Ability to be flexible regarding scheduling, required.
  • Demonstrated computer proficiency regarding data entry and recording.
  • Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with family visitation, e.g. climb stairs, etc
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and email is required.
  • Contracts that have Rider D: Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check.
  • Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list.
  • Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, typing and frequently lift and carry small children or material weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required.

Benefits: Our benefits include but are not limited to:
(offered to full-time and part-time employees)
  • Generous paid time off accrual
  • 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
  • Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
  • Dental and Vision insurance options
  • Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances
  • 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
  • Tuition Reimbursement - offered once per year through an application process
  • The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

To learn more about our benefits please visit, https://www.opportunityalliance.org/explore-our-benefits
Who we are
The Opportunity Alliance is "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future".
Mission: The Opportunity Alliance works with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities.
The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a dynamic, results-focused Community Action Agency providing approximately 50 integrated community-based and clinical programs serving more than 20,000 people annually throughout the state of Maine. With over 50 years of experience, TOA draws from a comprehensive set of programs which address issues such as mental health, substance use, homelessness, lack of basic needs, and access to community supports. Through an extensive array of services, TOA provides opportunities for individuals to stabilize fragile situations and then works with them to achieve self-sufficiency. TOA is client-focused with extensive experience working with diverse client populations. TOA programming includes four key sectors of service:
  • Mental Health & Wellness
  • Community Building
  • Family & Early Childhood Education
  • Economic Resources

If you are viewing this posting on a third-party site, please visit our website at https://opportunityalliance.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers to apply.
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