What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Living Specialist position at JusticeWorks Family of Services?
Full-Time | Butler County | JusticeWorks YouthCare
Schedule: Full-Time (Evenings & weekends may be required)
We’re Employee-Owned
JusticeWorks is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company. That means our employees are owners. You build retirement wealth through company stock — at no cost to you — while making a meaningful impact.
Position Summary
Make a difference in the lives of youth transitioning to independence. JusticeWorks YouthCare is seeking a Full-Time Independent Living Specialist to support youth in developing the skills needed for successful adulthood.
What You’ll Do
Schedule: Full-Time (Evenings & weekends may be required)
We’re Employee-Owned
JusticeWorks is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company. That means our employees are owners. You build retirement wealth through company stock — at no cost to you — while making a meaningful impact.
Position Summary
Make a difference in the lives of youth transitioning to independence. JusticeWorks YouthCare is seeking a Full-Time Independent Living Specialist to support youth in developing the skills needed for successful adulthood.
What You’ll Do
- Work one-on-one with youth to build independent living skills
- Provide guidance in education, career, and employment planning
- Teach daily living skills, budgeting, and financial responsibility
- Support substance abuse prevention and healthy decision-making
- Assist youth in obtaining items through the stipend program
- Connect youth with community resources (housing, education, employment)
- Transport youth to homes, foster placements, and program sites using your personal vehicle
- High School Diploma required
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle
- Ability to pass required background clearances
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Help youth develop skills for independent living and long-term success
- Support positive life changes through guidance and mentorship
- Make a direct impact in your community every day
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Clearance Reimbursement & Renewal