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Youth Transition Coordinator

Job in Parsons, Labette County, Kansas, 67357, USA
Listing for: SKIL Resource Center
Full Time position Listed on 2026-09-18
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Job Description & How to Apply Below

Youth Transition Coordinator

Located in Parsons SKIL Office

Provide and coordinate Independent Living Services to youth transitioning from high school, a facility or an institution to live independently within the community of their choice and empower those individuals to reach self-directed goals. Assist youth in individual and group settings, both at the Center and in the individuals' home and community with person-centered plans, connect youth to community resources, and build self-advocacy skills.

Work closely with schools, families, and agencies who are involved in helping the youth with decision-making, goals and developing independent living skills.

Employment Status

Full-time

Essential Job Functions

  • Provide the five core services:
    Individual and Systems Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Counseling, Information and Referral and Deinstitutionalization.
  • Assist youth with community resources such as:
    Housing, Transportation, Jobs and other resources as needed.
  • Develop and update Independent Living Plans with youth, focusing on strengths, interests and individual goal setting.
  • Provide assistance in identifying and coordinating existing services that will assist in achieving the independent living (IL) goals established in the Independent Living Plan.
  • Teach independent living (IL) skills and job readiness skills, such as effective communication, teamwork and problem-solving.
  • Identify barriers to integration within the community and actively pursue the removal of those barriers through the Agency's ADA Advocacy Implementation Plan.
  • Work with youth's support network team as needed when assisting youth in developing a person-centered plan and achieving desired goals.
  • Empower youth to identify their own needs, gain problem-solving skills and advocate for themselves.
  • Work as a liaison between schools, families, employers and agencies involved in helping the youth.

    • Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Have a valid Driver's License
  • Be familiar with Independent Living philosophy
  • Clear background checks

    • Benefits

  • Paid Sick/Personal and Vacation time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance and Life Insurance
  • 403B Retirement Plan
  • Assurity Supplemental Plans
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