Youth Support Specialist
Simpson Housing ServicesMinnesota, United States
Posted March 31, 2026
23000 - 25000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Simpson Housing Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness through a continuum of housing and support services. Since 1982, the organization has evolved from an emergency overnight shelter into a comprehensive provider that offers emergency, transitional, and long‑term supportive housing for youth, single adults, and families, as well as developmental and educational programs for children. Each year, Simpson serves approximately 2,000 individuals, including 300 families and 650 children, delivering services such as rapid rehousing, mentoring, and early childhood development. The organization’s distinctive strength lies in its integrated, community‑driven approach that combines housing stability with tailored support and empowerment, positioning it as a leader in the homelessness‑prevention sector.
Job Description
This position will work as part of our Family and Youth Housing team to support young adults (ages 18-24) living in a supportive housing apartment building in Edina, MN.
Requirements
- Provide effective case management to program participants
- Partner with participants to develop self-defined goals focused on improving stability and achieving greater independence
- Provide transportation assistance and accompany to appointments related to their goals
- Formally review individual initial and ongoing goal plans every 90 days
- Partner with participants for housing stability
- Partner with participants to increase financial stability
- Work as part of an effective team to meet goals of program
- Complete accurate and thorough documentation and recordkeeping in a timely manner
