Supportive Housing Case Manager

Good Seed Community Development Corporation • Long Beach, CA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Supportive Housing Case Manager (Ages 18–25) supports young adults in securing and keeping stable housing while building life skills and independence. Using a positive, youth-centered approach, you’ll carry a small caseload (12–18 clients), offer flexible one-on-one guidance, and connect them to education, jobs, and community resources. This is a rewarding role for anyone who enjoys cheering young people on as they step confidently into adulthood.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field (preferred).
• At least 1–2 years of case management experience with people experiencing homelessness, mental illness, substance use, or trauma.
• Knowledge of Housing First, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage a flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends).
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Driver's License: (Required)
• Willingness to travel: As needed

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field (preferred).
• Knowledge of Housing First, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments, develop individualized housing stability/service plans, and update plans quarterly or as needs change.
• Assist clients in securing and maintaining permanent housing (lease signing, landlord mediation, rental arrears negotiation, unit inspections, etc.).
• Coordinate medical, mental health, substance use treatment, benefits enrollment (SSI/SSDI, SNAP, Medicaid), employment, and other supportive services.
• Use harm-reduction and trauma-informed approaches in all client interactions.
• Advocate for clients with landlords, courts, hospitals, and benefit agencies.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed; participate in on-call rotation (if applicable).
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and regular supervision.
• Collaborate with property managers, housing navigators, peer specialists, and clinical teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level