Foster Youth Transition Navigator

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking a Bridge Navigator Coordinator to provide transitional support to former foster youth, working within the Extension of Foster Care program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations.

The role focuses on youth-centered planning, trauma-informed approaches, and a continuum of care across life skills, stability, safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; three years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or related field.
• Master's Degree preferred; one year of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or related field.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle; field work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide transitional support for current and former foster youth in the Extension of Foster Care (EFC) Program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations.
• Collaborate with county foster care staff and regional TSS staff to ensure access to assessment tools and develop individualized plans with youth.
• Attend and support Transition Plan Meetings and assist with transition age youth services, including relational permanency and education/career goals.
• Complete and maintain certification to conduct EFC Young Adult Transitional Teaming (YATT) reviews and uphold permanency-focused processes.
• Establish and nurture community partnerships; broker new partnerships and provide service navigation to connect youths with resources.
• Participate in youth engagement projects and training, including readiness workshops and webinars, to support life skills, housing stability, and employment.
• Complete required trainings and maintain self-care to minimize secondary trauma and protect privacy.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking a Bridge Navigator Coordinator to provide transitional support to former foster youth, working within the Extension of Foster Care program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations.

The role focuses on youth-centered planning, trauma-informed approaches, and a continuum of care across life skills, stability, safety and well-being.