Independent Living (IL) Supervisor

Independent Living Supervisor

Join our team at FSS and enjoy comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Well-Being Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Bereavement Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Discounts
• 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution

The mission of Family Support Services of North Florida is to be the leader in providing safety, stability, and quality of life for all children by working with the community to strengthen the family unit.

Job Summary:
The Independent Living Supervisor will lead the Post-Secondary Education Services and Support (PESS) Specialist, Housing Specialist, and Aftercare Reengagement Specialists. This role will oversee the coordination and delivery of services for eligible young adults, ages 18-23, who have transitioned from licensed foster care or are in need of short-term emergency assistance. The supervisor will ensure these young adults receive the necessary support in areas such as life skills training, community outreach, system navigation, and referrals to meet their emotional, physical, behavioral, and mental health needs. Key responsibilities will include ensuring appropriate living arrangements for young adults in the PESS program that supports personal development while providing guidance and continued education. Additionally, the supervisor will lead efforts to outreach and establish partnerships with housing providers to secure suitable housing for young adults enrolled in post-18 programs.

Job Duties:

• Supervise and support the PESS Specialist, Housing Specialist, and Aftercare Reengagement Specialists in delivering services to young adults aged 18-23 who have transitioned from foster care or require emergency assistance.
• Oversee the provision of life skills training, community outreach, system navigation, and referrals to support the emotional, physical, behavioral, and mental health needs of young adults.
• Ensure that appropriate living arrangements are in place for young adults in the PESS program to foster personal growth while providing the necessary support, guidance, and continued education.
• Lead community outreach efforts to establish and maintain partnerships with housing providers for young adults enrolled in post-18 programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure holistic and effective support for each young adults transition to independent living.
• Monitor the progress of young adults in the program, making adjustments to services as needed to meet individual needs and goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services provided, including progress reports and case notes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and best practices in the delivery of independent living services.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.

Experience: At least three years experience coordinating projects, working with community partners and managing staff. Minimum three years experience working in the child welfare system work with high-risk youth. Experience working with youth and young adults preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Valid drivers license. Child Welfare Certification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to:

• Represent self and the organization in a professional manner
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Think and write creatively
• Assess a situation and make appropriate recommendations/decisions
• Research, organize and analyze data
• Solve problems and to think through critical, time sensitive issues
• Establish and maintain relationships
• Work collaboratively with staff at all levels in the organization
• Follow through on commitments, projects and responsibilities
• Speak effectively before small and large groups
• Calculate figures and amounts
• Maintain confidential information

Knowledge of:

• State Statutes and Codes
• Recruitment and retention practices

Skills:

• Strong Written and Verbal Communication
• Strong follow-up and follow through
• Strong organizational and time management
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word

Other Requirements:

• Clear a Level II background screening
• Clear a reference check
• Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside
• Clear a substance abuse screen
• Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment
• Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check and must be insurable under the companys automobile policy.
• Provide copy of automobile insurance.
• Provide proof of and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 if deemed to be a driving risk.
• Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify)

FSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. FSS is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at c6.hr@fssnf.org.