Position Overview
Adelante Student Voices is seeking a passionate and experienced Case Manager to provide critical support for members of our organization. The Case Manager provides culturally responsive, trauma-informed social services to undocumented immigrant youth and their families. This position supports members navigating complex systems such as education, immigration, housing, and healthcare while promoting wellbeing and self-advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
Counseling and Advocacy (60%)
- Develop individualized service plans in collaboration with members.
- Provide trauma-informed support, crisis response, and referrals.
- Connect members to community resources including legal services, healthcare providers, housing programs, and language access services.
- Support members experiencing trauma, family separation, displacement, or acculturation stress.
- Maintain accurate case documentation in compliance with Adelante policies and confidentiality laws.
Program Development and Coordination (10%)
- Design, implement, and evaluate community-based programs focused on psychosocial wellbeing.
- Coordinate workshops on topics such as Know Your Rights, mental health, public benefits navigation, and family support.
- Develop culturally and linguistically appropriate program materials.
Reporting & Data Collection (10%)
- Document program progress, challenges, and outcomes through regular reporting for the Adelante Board and funders.
- Submit expense reports, mileage reimbursement requests, and budget updates.
- Maintain accurate data on membership engagement, event participation, and progress toward campaign goals.
- Upload photos after events in a timely manner to Adelante’s digital library in compliance with organizational policies.
Support Other Adelante Work (20%)
- Provide one-on-one support to select youth in areas such as college access, personal development, career planning, and advocacy goals.
- Assist with outreach, application review, and equitable distribution of scholarship and emergency aid resources.
- Help youth craft and share their stories through blog posts, social media, public speaking, or art-based projects that amplify their lived experiences.
- Collaborate on grassroots fundraising campaigns or donor events, including helping youth participate meaningfully and safely.
- Provide support in planning and executing other organizational programs, workshops, or retreats (e.g., travel coordination, meal planning, translation/interpretation).
- Join staff in political education, training, and strategic planning sessions to help Adelante grow as a values-aligned, healing-centered organization.
- Support youth-led research or help track and analyze education and immigration policy developments that impact undocumented youth in New York State.
- Model and cultivate values of mutual aid, emotional wellness, and collective responsibility within the Adelante community.
Essential Experience and Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field required (Master’s preferred).
- Experience: 2-3 years in case management, preferably with immigrant or refugee communities.
- Skills: Strong organizational, mentoring, and record-keeping skills. Collaborative approach. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Transportation: A valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation for travel (generally within the Hudson Valley of New York).
Key Attributes
- Strong commitment to the mission and values of Adelante Student Voices.
- Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing undocumented youth and their families in Upstate New York, with a particular focus on college access, youth empowerment, and mental health.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and work alongside a diverse team and foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (or multilingual that includes proficiency in English and Spanish).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant programming software.
- Knowledge of and experiences supporting communities in the Hudson Valley.
How to Apply
- Prepare a 1-page cover letter, resume, and names and contact information (phone number and email) of 3 references in one PDF and email them to info@adelantestudentvoices.org.
Additional Details
Compensation & Benefits
- $30,000, 20 hours/week
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement for approved organizational activities
Work Schedule
- Flexible hours, though some evening and weekend hours will be required based on youth availability and organizational needs