Independent Living Supervisor

Full-time Description

• Average hourly rate is $20.20 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.) ****

The Independent Living Supervisor promote the well-being and successful transition to adulthood of adolescents in the Teens Reaching Adulthood and Independent Living (TRAIL) program. This role manages a caseload of youth residing in onsite apartments, supervises support staff, coordinates services with partnering agencies, and ensures high-quality, person-centered programming. Responsibilities include staff oversight, crisis support, documentation, service planning, and effective collaboration with contract agencies and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adolescents in TRAIL apartments, coordinate with Therapeutic Case Managers and contract agencies.
• Ensure youth receive program orientation, have necessary household supplies, and participate in required independent living curriculum.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support, crisis intervention, and non-physical de-escalation assistance when needed.
• Support staff in maintaining a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Coordinate community resources to support employment, education, mentorship, and volunteer opportunities for youth.
• Make placement decisions based on referral information and youth interviews.
• Conduct apartment inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate support staff, schedule coverage and lead staff meetings.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with public and private agencies; respond promptly to referrals.
• Complete required reports, documentation, and quality audits in accordance with agency standards.
• Model and teach essential life skills including communication, conflict management, budgeting, housekeeping, and personal organization.
• Assist with identifying and addressing service gaps within the program.
• Ensure financial procedures are followed, including coordination with the Finance Department on youth funds.
• Provide follow-up support post-discharge to ensure continued service accessibility.
• Perform basic clerical duties and maintain a clean, organized office environment.
• Transport youth or complete agency business as needed; maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, and supervise assigned staff in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide monthly individual and group supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Monitor performance, address concerns, and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Ensure appropriate shift coverage and provide backup support as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work.
• Minimum age 25, per state requirements.
• Possess a valid driver's license and meet agency underwriting standards while driving agency vehicles and/or transporting clients.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible schedule
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• 25 days of personal leave in your first year
• Longevity bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Program
• Referral program

Why Join Us? If you want to make a difference in an adolescent's life and help shape their future, join our team today!

Apply Now: www.tfifamily.org/employment

TFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

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Salary Description Average hourly rate is $20.20