Independent Living Skills Coach

& Family Services, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403B retirement plan

Flexible working options

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Gateway Longview is seeking a Life Skills Coach to provide hands-on life-skills trainings for clients, helping them prepare to live independently. The role emphasizes building therapeutic relationships and supporting individualized plans in a community-based setting.

The position requires a high school diploma and driving privileges, with schedule possibilities including nontraditional hours to accommodate program needs. Gateway Longview promotes equity and opportunity across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage details.
• Willingness to work nontraditional hours to support program schedules and crisis intervention needs.

Responsibilities

• Be a role model for clients in care and create a healthy living atmosphere.
• Develop therapeutic relationships aligned with treatment plans.
• Assist in developing and implementing independent living plans for clients.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Independence

Discretion

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Gateway Longview is seeking a Life Skills Coach to provide hands-on life-skills trainings for clients, helping them prepare to live independently. The role emphasizes building therapeutic relationships and supporting individualized plans in a community-based setting.

The position requires a high school diploma and driving privileges, with schedule possibilities including nontraditional hours to accommodate program needs. Gateway Longview promotes equity and opportunity across diverse communities.