Looking Glass is hiring an Independent Living Skills Facilitator to join our Riverfront School and Career Center Team!
The Independent Living Skills Facilitator teaches independent living and transition skills to youth, 14-23 years of age, in foster care. Case management focus on housing, stability, employment skills and educational goals; with the goal of assisting foster youth to live successfully on their own.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in social services or related field required
Experience: Minimum two years working with at-risk and/or youth in foster care, preferred
Availability: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
Must be willing to work irregular hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends
A successful Independent Living Skills Facilitator thrives in a collaborative, youth-centered environment and is committed to building respectful, positive relationships with youth, families, and community partners. This role requires a strong foundation in teamwork, integrity, and continuous learning, along with the ability to listen, remain open to feedback, and communicate with a solutions-focused approach. As a steward of the organization's mission, they promote fairness, advocate for equity, and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals, while maintaining strict confidentiality and alignment with organizational values.
In this role, the Independent Living Skills Facilitator provides individualized case management and life skills instruction to youth, supporting their growth toward independence. Responsibilities include:
The role requires strong organizational and documentation skills, including maintaining accurate case notes, completing reports, and tracking services and outcomes. The ability to manage multiple priorities, remain effective in a fast-paced environment, and engage youth from diverse backgrounds with professionalism and cultural sensitivity is essential to success in this position.
Looking Glass is committed to recruiting employees who reflect the diversity of our community and the youth and families we serve. We value providing the highest level of quality services to our clients and we are committed to the pursuit of cultural awareness. We believe in the abilities of individuals and systems that respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, genders, and abilities in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the worth of individuals, families, and their communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.
