Independent Living Supervisor - Flexible Schedule & Impact

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with match

Personal leave 25 days

Longevity bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Program

Referral program

Job summary

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions in Topeka, KS, is seeking an Independent Living Supervisor to promote the well-being and successful transition to adulthood for adolescents in the TRAIL program. You will manage a caseload of youth residing in onsite apartments, supervise staff, coordinate services with partner agencies, and ensure high-quality, person-centered programming.

Responsibilities include staff oversight, crisis support, documentation, service planning, collaboration with contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work.
• Minimum age 25, per state requirements.
• Possess a valid driver's license and meet agency underwriting standards while driving agency vehicles and/or transporting clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adolescents in TRAIL apartments, coordinate with Therapeutic Case Managers and contract agencies.
• Ensure youth receive program orientation, have necessary household supplies, and participate in required independent living curriculum.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support, crisis intervention, and non-physical de-escalation assistance when needed.
• Support staff in maintaining a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Coordinate community resources to support employment, education, mentorship, and volunteer opportunities for youth.
• Make placement decisions based on referral information and youth interviews.
• Conduct apartment inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate support staff, schedule coverage and lead staff meetings.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with public and private agencies; respond promptly to referrals.
• Complete required reports, documentation, and quality audits in accordance with agency standards.
• Model and teach essential life skills including communication, conflict management, budgeting, housekeeping, and personal organization.
• Assist with identifying and addressing service gaps within the program.
• Ensure financial procedures are followed, including coordination with the Finance Department on youth funds.
• Provide follow-up support post-discharge to ensure continued service accessibility.
• Perform basic clerical duties and maintain a clean, organized office environment.
• Transport youth or complete agency business as needed; maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions in Topeka, KS, is seeking an Independent Living Supervisor to promote the well-being and successful transition to adulthood for adolescents in the TRAIL program. You will manage a caseload of youth residing in onsite apartments, supervise staff, coordinate services with partner agencies, and ensure high-quality, person-centered programming.

Responsibilities include staff oversight, crisis support, documentation, service planning, collaboration with contract