Salary: $49,000/year POSITION OBJECTIVE: This position provides case management for older youth and young adults in or previously in foster care that are eligible or potentially eligible to receive services and support through the youth services department. The Youth Services Specialist provides assessment, planning, linkage, coordination, monitoring, evaluation and advocacy to the young adult, support system, and landlord/caregiver. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide Independent Living Case Management for older youth in foster care in accordance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and DCFOP. Develop, strengthen, and maintain a direct working relationship with the young adult, the young adult’s own support system, mental health professionals, and community agencies. Provide guidance and support to case management agencies regarding Youth Services Programs, Requirements, and Services. Promote and recruit Teen programs available to youth, caregivers, and case managers throughou...