Youth Services Team Up Case Manager (Bilingual-Spanish) - Grant Funded

Job Description

Job Description

Description : About Us

For over 46 years, A Safe Place has been a beacon of hope in Lake County, empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking to rebuild their lives. Join our mission to provide safety, foster independence, and create brighter futures.

As part of our team, you’ll transform lives daily—whether by directly supporting survivors or building the systems that sustain our work. Together, we create a resilient community where every survivor finds hope, safety, and the strength to thrive.

Position Summary

The Team Up Case Manager provides trauma-informed direct services to youth and families impacted by gun violence in the Waukegan-North Chicago Corridor. This position ensures that residents at high risk of emotional, physical, educational, and behavioral challenges are connected to holistic wraparound resources. Through intake assessments, individualized case plans, and counseling, the Team Up Case Manager supports emotional healing and positive development, serving as a critical link between families, service providers, and A Safe Place’s mission to build a violence-free society.

Who Thrives in this Role

This position is perfect for compassionate professionals who are passionate about youth development and committed to breaking cycles of community violence. If you’re energized by field-based work, motivated by impact, and skilled at navigating trauma with care and cultural humility, this role was made for you.

Requirements : Qualifications :

• Education : Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field required. OR A bachelor’s degree with relevant experience may be considered
• Experience : 1–2 years of direct case management or counseling with youth exposed to violence, trauma, or systemic barriers
• Language : Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred; additional languages are a plus.
• Licensure / Certification : Must complete all agency-required training post-hire (e.g., 40-Hour Domestic Violence, IM+CANS).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Core Attributes

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Scheduled Hours

Schedule varies based on school and late-night schedule, may include :

Requires flexibility to meet the community, program, and client needs. Two late days weekly and occasional weekends.

Work Conditions & Requirements

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $22.00 to $27.00 , commensurate with experience and aligned with the grant-funded pay scale.

Benefits

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; a Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a 401(k) retirement plan; generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays; and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pre-Employment Requirements

Pre-employment requirements include DCFS and criminal background checks, fingerprinting, professional reference and license verification, and clearance through the sex offender registry and the Office of Inspector General (OIG).

EEOC & Employment Disclaimer

A Safe Place is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Employment with A Safe Place is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable laws and policies.

Why A Safe Place?

Join A Safe Place and become the advocate, connector, and change-maker our youth and communities deserve. Apply today—and be part of transforming lives, starting with your own.