Youth Development Coach

As part of the group treatment team, the Youth Development Coach provides trauma focused support and services to clients by assisting in the day-to-day functions within the department.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure proper care and supervision of clients at all times.
• Provide clients with assistance in completing daily life activities.
• Participate in recreational activities.
• Maintain discipline of clients; provide assistance with controlling disruptive behavior using agency approved methods of de-escalation and crisis intervention.
• Provide transportation to clients as necessary within an agency vehicle.
• Ensure that proper welfare, safety, and security and treatment objectives are provided to the clients.
• Complete appropriate documentation on a daily basis including but not limited to:  activity logs, mileage forms, and incident reports.

Education and Experience:         

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working directly with children preferred
• Knowledge of behavior patterns of youth and methods of modifying behavior
• Understanding group dynamics and sensitivity to individual members of the group
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

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