Skills Development Specialist (PT/Pool)

About the role

As a Skills Development Specialist, you will have an incredible opportunity to engage with a youth in one-on-one activities within the community that are safe, enjoyable, and perfectly aligned with the goals set by the youth and family team. A quality Skills Development Specialist serves as an understanding and trusted coach, confidant, adviser, and advocate. Research shows that quality relationships significantly impact young people, influencing their personal, academic, and professional lives. This service is pivotal in guiding youth toward personal growth, development, and social and economic advancement.

Responsibilities

• Model behavior and act as a role model
• Provide quality activities that align with client’s goals
• Build trust through commitment and consistency
• Encourage the child to reach their full potential
• Maintain open communication with families, supervisors, and county staff
• Attend Plan of Care meetings and monthly supervision as required
• Enter case notes for each meeting
• Report any criminal activity, abuse, or unusual happenings to your immediate supervisor or county crisis line
• Meet Lad Lake training requirements

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older
• Must show proof of degrees, certifications, and specific skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must show proof of 100,000/300,000 Bodily Injury Auto Liability Insurance and 100,000 Property Damage Auto Liability Insurance
• Must have good communication skills

Pay

• $18 per hour for high school diploma, GED, or associate degree
• $20 per hour for bachelor’s degree
• $27 per hour for master’s degree
• $37 per hour for master’s degree with license

Schedule

This community-based position involves working with a child in your surrounding area. Weekly hours depend on the number of cases you choose to work with. Typically, evening and weekend hours are required.