Transitional Living Specialist

Make a difference while building your career in human services. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, organized professional who enjoys building relationships, coordinating services, and helping young people develop the skills they need to become independent.

About the Program

Our Transitional Living Home provides a safe, structured, supportive environment for male youth who are on probation and cannot safely return home. During their typical 6–12 month stay, residents work toward important milestones such as:

• Completing their education
• Developing career and employment goals
• Finding and maintaining employment
• Earning a driver's license
• Learning to budget and manage money
• Preparing meals and managing household responsibilities
• Developing the skills needed for successful independent living

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management and individualized support to residents.
• Develop and monitor goals related to education, employment, independent living, and successful transition to adulthood.
• Help residents identify and pursue education, career, and vocational opportunities.
• Coordinate Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and collaborate with families, probation staff, schools, employers, service providers, and other community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor each resident's progress.
• Develop individualized transition plans to prepare residents for successful discharge.
• Connect residents with community resources, employment opportunities, educational programs, and other supports.
• Serve as a consistent mentor and positive role model while helping youth develop confidence, responsibility, and independence.
• Provide aftercare services for up to six months following placement to help residents maintain progress and successfully transition into the community.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• A college graduate with a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Education, or a related field
• Experienced working with youth or a similar population; at least two years of relevant experience is required
• Comfortable communicating with families, professionals, community partners, and youth
• Organized and able to manage documentation, deadlines, and multiple priorities
• Patient, dependable, and able to establish positive relationships with young people
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team
• A licensed driver with a clean driving record

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave: Up to 10 days (80 hours) per year
• Sick Leave: Up to 12 days (96 hours) per calendar year
• Health Insurance: Medical Base HSA or Medical Buy-Up HSA plans
• Optional Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA: Flexible spending options for eligible medical and dependent care expenses
• Life Insurance: Agency-paid term life insurance up to $75,000, with additional coverage options
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: MHC matches a portion of employee contributions
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families

Pay

$43,000+ based on education and experience

Schedule

Full-Time