Independent Living Specialist

Qualifications:

• Work a flexible schedule including three nights sleep over at our Brumit Center apartment-based program.
• Assist youth with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, interviewing skills, budgeting, etc.
• Participate and provide recreational activities as appropriate for youth.
• Transport youth to work, school and activities with company vehicle.
• Responsible for all transportation needs of the youth.
• Be a mentor to at least 4 youth in independent living and attend special events with and for the youth such as graduations, band concerts, funerals, etc.
• Complete all required documentation and attend required training.
• Dispense medication to the youth as needed and document accurately.
• Maintain documentation of youth progress and assurance that they live in a safe environment.
• On-site walk through daily, to maintain curfew of the youth according to their levels. Ensure all visitors have left the site; provide one daily contact with the youth, check the apartment for cleanliness, and report any damages to the apartment.
• Responsible for monitoring the sign-out sheet and following guidelines and for monitoring client visitation.
• Work cohesively with the Director and CFS specialist if the client wishes to visit with family, especially out of town.
• Treat all clients with respect and promote an awareness of sensitivity to the cultural backgrounds of those we serve.

Requirements:

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent with preference of a bachelor degree in social services or a related filed.

Preference is given to those with a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related field.

Valid Tennessee driver’s license and able to provide proof of insurance.

Must be willing to work flexible hours to include evening, night and weekend hours

The schedule is 2 ½ days.

Holston Home for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please send your resume to Careers@HolstonHome.org