CAREER LAUNCH CASE MANAGER

Licking County Job &  Family Services

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Salary Range: $20.93 – $28.43 per hour

Licking County Job & Family Services is seeking a committed and compassionate

Career Launch Case Manager to support youth ages 16–24 as they overcome barriers,

discover their strengths, and take meaningful steps toward career success.

Job Description: 

As a Career Launch Case Manager, you will be a trusted mentor, advocate, and guide.

Your work directly helps young people access education, employment, and support

systems that change their life trajectories.

You will welcome new participants with engaging orientations and supportive

assessments.

Work one on one with youth to build Individual Opportunity Plans (IOPs) designed

to spark motivation and promote long-term self-sufficiency. 

Identify barriers and connect participants to critical community resources.

Provide ongoing encouragement, crisis support, and follow up to help youth stay

on track. Collaborate with employers, educators, and community partners to create

meaningful work and learning experiences.

Help recruit, design, and monitor summer youth employment opportunities that

give young adults hands-on job experience.

Participate in outreach efforts to ensure young people in our community know

help is available.

If you are passionate about helping others grow, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be

part of a team that values love helping others grow, problem solving, and being part of a

team that values compassion and service, this role is a perfect fit.

Requirements:

Possess a minimum of an Associate Degree in Human Services or related field.

Experience working with at-risk youth is preferred.

Knowledge of community resources is helpful.

Additional Requirements:

A driving record that meets Licking County Government standards.

Ability to remain professional in challenging situations.

Physical ability to travel to job sites and transport participants as needed.

Successful drug screen and criminal background check.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, completed application, and three professional references to:

LCJFS-Careers@jfs.ohio.gov

Applications can be found at:lickingcounty.gov – Human Resources

LCJFS is an equal opportunity employer.