Independent Living Specialist

$37k to $42k

Scranton, PAPosted Oct 9, 2026

Against the Scranton typical range

Job description

NDEPENDENT LIVING SPECIALIST Justice. Works Youth. Care Location: Luzerne County, PA Schedule: Part Time (Some evenings and weekends required) Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Justice. Works Youth. Care is seeking a Part-Time Independent Living Specialist to support youth in developing the life skills needed for independent living and successful transition into adulthood.

If you have experience in social work, youth counseling, case management, or behavioral health, we encourage you to apply. Justice. Works operates with a “Kids. First!” philosophy—doing whatever it takes to help youth and families succeed. We’re Employee-Owned Justice. Works is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company.

That means our employees are owners. You build retirement wealth through company stock — at no cost to you — while making a meaningful impact.

What you will do

Provide one-on-one mentoring and life skills coaching to youth Support youth in building independent living skills such as budgeting, employment readiness, and daily living Assist youth with education planning, career exploration, and job readiness Provide guidance on financial literacy and budgeting Help youth access community resources including housing, education, and employment services Assist youth in obtaining items through the stipend incentive program Qualifications High School Diploma required Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance Ability to pass applicable clearances Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends Justice.

Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description copied from JusticeWorks YouthCare's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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