Youth & Community Development Case Manager

Job overview

The Youth & Community Development Case Manager role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with annual compensation of $42,800–$47,800. Lawrence Hall provides trauma-informed therapeutic, wellness, and skill-development services to youth, families, and communities.

What you'll do

• Provide mentorship, advocacy, and case management to at-risk and justice-involved youth and young adults ages 10–26
• develop goal plans and connect participants with education, employment, mental health, and community resources
• facilitate individual and group sessions
• conduct outreach and community engagement
• maintain case notes and service records
• coordinate with schools, families, probation officers, and community partners
• and assist with crisis intervention, de-escalation, and participant transportation as needed. Local travel throughout Chicago and availability for mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed are required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

case manager

youth development

community services

lawrence hall

chicago il

full-time

$42,800–$47,800/year

trauma-informed care

youth mentorship

case management

local travel

evenings and weekends as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• PTO averaging 17–25 days plus nine holidays
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• disability coverage
• employee assistance program
• wellness reimbursement
• referral bonus
• continuing education units for licensed employees
• and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Why this role

Applicants may qualify with a relevant bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma/GED plus relevant lived or professional experience. The role uses trauma-informed and positive youth development approaches.

About the employer

Lawrence Hall is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.