Independent Living Coordinator

Attention Home; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Attention Home seeks an Independent Living Coordinator in Rock Hill, SC. The role delivers direct support and oversight within the Independent Living Program for young adults ages 18–21, helping them develop essential life skills for adulthood.

The position involves coordinating services with DSS, partners, and educational institutions, while maintaining accurate records and providing person-centered care within a trauma-informed framework.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young adults or child welfare populations.
• Supervisory experience of a team is required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, case management, assessments, and individualized service planning for participants.
• Help participants build independent living skills related to education, employment, finances, housing, health, relationships, and daily living.
• Facilitate house meetings, workshops, and Independent Living curriculum.
• Coordinate services and resources with DSS, community partners, schools, employers, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain participant records, progress notes, and required documentation.
• Assist with onboarding, daily schedules, transportation, activities, crisis response, and on-call support.

Skills

Youth development experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Independent Living Coordinator
Full-Time | Exempt | Rock Hill, SC

Children's Attention Home is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dependable professional to serve as our Independent Living Coordinator. This position provides direct support and consistent oversight within our Independent Living Program, helping young adults ages 18–21 develop the skills needed to transition successfully into adulthood.

The Independent Living Coordinator maintains an active presence within the Independent Living community and provides individualized, person-centered support to program participants. Working closely with the Independent Living Manager, this position assists with daily program operations, coordinates services and resources, facilitates independent living instruction, and helps ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing direct support, case management, assessments, and individualized service planning for participants
• Helping participants build independent living skills related to education, employment, finances, housing, health, relationships, and daily living
• Facilitating house meetings, workshops, and Independent Living curriculum
• Coordinating services and resources with DSS, community partners, educational institutions, employers, healthcare providers, and other support networks
• Maintaining accurate participant records, progress notes, service plans, and required documentation
• Assisting with participant onboarding, daily schedules, transportation, activities, crisis response, on-call support, and community operations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a human services or related field
• Experience working with young adults, child welfare populations, or a similar setting
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency training requirements

Get to Know Children's Attention Home

Founded in 1970 as an emergency shelter for vulnerable youth, Children's Attention Home now provides comprehensive residential care for youth up to age 21. Nationally accredited, the Home's trauma‑informed, evidence‑based care model ensures youth and families receive nurturing care and life‑changing services.

Our team thrives when we: Consider Others. Anticipate the Need. Raise the Bar. Encourage Growth.

A full job description is available to interested and qualified candidates.