PAL Supervisor

Position: PAL Supervisor Comparable DFPS Position: PAL Supervisor Classification: Full-time, Exempt Reports to: Sr. Manager, PAL/Transportation Company: Texans Together Location: Region 6a and/or 6b (Specific work locations will be assigned and communicated as staffing plans are finalized) Position Description: The Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) Supervisor provides leadership, supervision, and operational oversight through a hope-centered approach for the PAL program. This position supervises PAL staff and ensures youth and young adults receive counseling, life-skills training, guidance, and transitional support in preparation for adulthood and independent living. The supervisor manages referrals, assignments, documentation, program performance, and service delivery while collaborating with youth, caregivers, staff, providers, contractors, and community partners. Primary Responsibilities: Supervises, coaches, and develops PAL staff using a hope-centered approach that promotes strengths, accountability, and professional growthManages PAL program operations, including referrals, assignments, caseloads, and daily service delivery to ensure timely, youth-centered servicesEnsures youth and young adults receive life-skills training, counseling, guidance, and support that promote hope, confidence, resilience, independence, and preparation for adulthoodSupports youth and young adults in identifying goals and pathways related to education, employment, housing, financial stability, healthy relationships, and community connectionsEnsures youth voice, choice, strengths, and future goals are incorporated into service planning and decision-makingProvides consultation on complex cases, transition plans, and service barriers, focusing on available resources, achievable outcomes, and solution-focused approachesMonitors PAL services, contracts, provider performance, and case documentation to ensure quality, compliance, timely service delivery, and accurate documentation of each youth’s strengths, goals, progress, support system, and next stepsCoordinates youth conferences, experiential activities, and other PAL events that promote connection, personal growth, life skills, and preparation for adulthoodReviews and analyzes program data, service outcomes, and participant feedback to identify successes, trends, service gaps, and opportunities for improvementDevelops training, resources, tools, and guidance to support staff, youth, caregivers, community partners, and consistent program operationsBuilds and maintains partnerships that connect youth and young adults with educational, employment, housing, financial, community, and other supportive resourcesResponds to concerns, critical incidents, and service barriers with urgency, empathy, professionalism, and a solution-focused approachPromotes youth-centered, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, equitable, and hope-centered practices throughout the PAL program Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Relevant experience considered in lieu of education requirementMinimum five (5) years’ experience in the child welfare field, including Preparation for Adult Living (PAL), Local Permanency Services (LPS), Foster Care, Conservatorship, or Family‑Based ServicesAt least three (3) years’ supervisory or management experience leading staff, overseeing case workers or supervisory units. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills with the ability to foster hop-centered practices, recognize strengths, and guide staff toward practical pathways toward improved outcomesExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work with diverse individualsStrong organizational, planning, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs, responsibilities, and deadlinesStrong critical thinking, assessment, and problem‑solving skillsAbility to work independently while fostering collaboration across departmentsProficiency with Microsoft Windows, web‑based applications, case management systems, and online research and search toolsAbility to maintain strict confidentiality and appropriately safeguard client and agency information Work Conditions: Environment: Office-based, Community settings , Client Homes, and other provider settingRange of Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. On call as neededTravel: Frequent. Reliable transportation required DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace. DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation. Powered by JazzHR i04GeuhMaS