DCS Case Manager 2 (Youth Engagement)
Independent Living - Statewide Specialized Support Services
IL Youth Engagement Case Manager Role & Responsibilities
This position serves populations eligible for the Foster Youth to Independence housing vouchers at the Lumen Flats Apartments in Knoxville, TN. The age of eligibility is young adults, 18-25. This position requires direct contact and work with young adults with foster care experience.
Among the responsibilities required of this position are:
- Provide case management support to young adults receiving a “Foster Youth to Independence” housing voucher who are residing at the Lumen Flats apartments in Knoxville, TN, which includes transportation, transition planning, educatio,n and employment attainment.
- Assist young adults with the application process to obtain a “Foster Youth to Independence” housing voucher through the Knoxville Public Housing Authority.
- Event and activity planning for residents at Lumen Flats, which includes volunteer coordination.
- Regular engagement with key stakeholders of Lumen Flats.
- Provide Supportive Services as outlined by HUD requirements:
- Life Skills:
- Budgeting, balancing a checkbook, and banking
- Household management and meal preparation
- Understanding and meeting lease requirements
- Financial assistance and planning:
- Help with security deposits, utility hook-up fees, and other move-in costs
- Guidance on managing money and using credit
- Employment and education:
- Resume development and interview preparation
- Job placement and attainment counseling
- Assistance with educational goals like GED, trade school, or college applications, including help with financial aid and scholarships
- Health and wellness:
- Access to healthcare and health insurance
- Mental health services
- Housing Stability:
- References to landlords and potential guarantees for property owners
- Guidance on accessing other community resources, like shelters and food pantries
- Life Skills:
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