Youth Resident Life Skills Coach - 10122

About the role

The Youth Resident Life Skills Coach at Independent Living Plus (ILP) plays a vital role in supporting young people as they transition from foster care or residential placement into independent living. This position combines teaching, coaching, advocacy, and supervision within a supportive residential environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a minimum of four (4) hours per week of individualized life-skills education to each youth, teaching and reinforcing independent living skills such as household management, budgeting, personal responsibility, time management, and community living skills.
• Demonstrate responsible and healthy behaviors as a positive role model.
• Monitor youth activities to promote a safe, supportive, and structured living environment.
• Build positive relationships with youth and support their adjustment to program expectations.
• Recognize challenges or behavioral concerns and take appropriate action when needed.
• Report violations of program rules and other concerns to the Team Leader and/or Case Manager.
• Facilitate and participate in house meetings to review expectations, discuss concerns, and plan activities.
• Participate in treatment planning and case conferences as requested.
• Maintain effective communication with team members regarding youth progress and needs.
• Maintain awareness of youth activities to ensure the safety and well-being of residents, staff, and visitors.
• Identify and report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or needed repairs.
• Maintain confidentiality of all youth and program information in accordance with agency policies.

Requirements

• Required: Associate degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Child Development, or a related field; OR Minimum of 60 college credit hours in a related field.
• Additional training in social work, social services, child development, behavioral health, or youth programming.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license with a good driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle suitable for transporting program participants.
• Current vehicle registration and proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability to navigate stairs and move throughout residential housing environments.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Compassion, patience, and sensitivity when working with youth.
• Ability to mentor and guide young people transitioning to independent living.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Understanding of the cultural, social, and economic backgrounds of diverse youth populations.
• Ability to teach and reinforce basic life-management skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Basic mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish or another language commonly spoken by youth served) are a plus.