Center for Youth Services·City of Rochester, New York
The Case Manager provides essential services to vulnerable youth, including assessments, service planning, and crisis intervention. They are also responsible for youth advocacy, transportation, and supporting daily shelter operations and facility maintenance.
Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. The Center ensures understanding and values differences in people of diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientation, disabilities and beliefs.
The Counseling and Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Department provides a continuum of essential services to the most vulnerable youth in our community, including two crisis nurseries, an emergency shelter, permanent and transitional housing, a food and clothing pantry, street outreach, and support for minor victims of commercial sexual exploitation.
Case management Assessments and service plans Crisis intervention Referrals and follow-up Aftercare Youth transportation Youth advocacy Maintenance of client confidentiality Support daily shelter activities (youth routines, supervision, meals, life skills recreations activities, etc.) Maintenance of facility and grounds Partnership with youth & family counselor on youth case coordination Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Human Services OR Equivalent combination of experience and education Knowledge of youth asset development and risk reduction theory, and youth serving systems, community resources, partnerships and collaborations A valid Driver's license Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication Positive youth development Knowledge of counseling approaches and techniques Group facilitation and training method skills Knowledge of community resources Pay Rate: $22.50- $24.50 per hour The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid driver's license and knowledge of youth asset development and community resources are required.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
