LGBTQ Transitional Living Program (TLP) Site Coordinator - Lakewood
Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill development services to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment, respect, safety, and teamwork. Avers Home is a Transitional Living Program (TLP) that provides queer youth ages 14-17 the support they need to transition into independent living after many have faced neglect or rejection from family members over their identities.
About the role
Be a champion for safe, affirming care. As the LGBTQ Site Coordinator, you'll lead the Transitional Living Program at our Avers Home – the first foster care home for LGBTQ+ youth in the state of Illinois - helping them build independent living skills and access trauma-informed support. In this highly relational role, you'll supervise a team, set the tone for a youth-guided environment, and collaborate across disciplines to support each resident's success.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor site staff and the LGBTQ Case Manager to create a trauma-informed, youth-centered space
- Coordinate daily living routines, recreational activities, and life skills development for residents
- Lead efforts to uphold affirming care policies and LGBTQ+ best practices
- Ensure program compliance and quality through documentation review and staff training
- Support resident transitions to independent living by fostering personal growth and community connections
- Maintain strong community relationships and represent the program publicly as needed
Requirements
- Master's degree in a human services field
- Minimum 3 years of post-degree supervisory experience
- Experience working directly with LGBTQ+ youth as an ally or with lived experience
- Valid Illinois driver's license, safe driving record, and access to a personal vehicle
- Ability to pass all background and drug screenings
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel)
- Must obtain Child Welfare Employee Licensure upon hire and complete required trainings (CERAP, CANS, and Teen Parenting Service Network)
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of trauma, youth development, and strength-based approaches
Schedule
- Primarily located on-site at the Lakewood LGBTQ Site
- Requires travel between multiple sites using a personal vehicle
- Regular use of agency vehicles to transport youth; must maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record
- Schedule includes a mix of daytime, evening, and weekend hours based on program needs
- On-call availability required 24/7
- Physical demands include walking multiple flights of stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds, and long periods of mobility throughout multi-level sites during an 8-hour shift
- Must complete and maintain TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) and physical intervention certification every 6 months
Pay
Salary: $62,000 - $67,000/year, based on experience
Benefits
- 17-25 days PTO + 9 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Free life insurance (2x salary)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonus up to $1,500