Independent Living Coordinator

The Independent Living (IL) Coordinator will provide direct support to youth aging out of foster care and skill building.

• Coordinates and conducts monthly Regional Youth Advisory Council meetings
• Maintains communications and working relationship with appropriate entity contacts regarding current Independent Living activities in the State
• Primary contact for the State of Texas Independent Living Program Director
• Attends DFPS Independent Living meetings
• Maintains contact with DFPS Independent Living liaisons, as needed
• Coordinates all activities for State computer camps
• Coordinates and conduct tours to post-secondary education sites
• Obtains and disburses resource and scholarship information
• Trains staff regarding Independent Living transition paperwork and timelines, as needed
• Writes and distributes Independent Living newsletter
• Serves as resource for workers regarding specialty areas for youth leaving the child welfare system
• Provides direct services to youth leaving the child welfare system as requested by supervisors and/or area directors
• Seeks and identifies grant opportunities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client’s personal and health information and agency propriety data, adhering to HIPPA regulations and company policies
• Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating procedures (SOP’s), rules, personnel policies and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms
• Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels
• Ensure clients’ rights are protected
• Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a Human Service field from an accredited college or university.
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must pass a drug screen, DFPS and Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Clearance check
• Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation
• Lifting requirements of 50 lbs.