Life Skills Coach for Recovery & Independence

CHOR Youth & Family Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

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Competitive Compensation

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Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Life Skills Professional to join WOMANSPACE EMPOWER in Philadelphia. This role provides direct support to individuals in recovery, helping them develop coping skills, daily living skills, and recovery supports to promote independence and long-term success.

The program focuses on person-centered, recovery-oriented services. Qualifications include a high school diploma, two years in social services, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the social service field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and timely.
• Ability to support a recovery-oriented and trauma-informed environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and coaching to program participants throughout your shift.
• Assist individuals in developing life skills, recovery supports, coping strategies, and daily living skills.
• Facilitate and document psychoeducational and recovery-focused groups.
• Support participants in achieving goals identified within their Recovery Support Plans (RSPs).
• Intervene in crisis situations and complete required incident documentation.
• Review program documentation for accuracy and completeness, including observation checks, medication administration records, and shift notes.
• Support participants with maintaining household responsibilities and independent living skills.
• Enter required census, demographic, intake, and billing information into agency systems.
• Assess participant strengths, skills, and learning styles to support individualized growth and development.
• Develop and review Recovery Support Plan goals with participants every 60 days.
• Collaborate with community agencies and service providers to ensure coordinated services.
• Promote a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and person-centered environment.
• Report maintenance, safety, and program concerns as needed.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Recovery-oriented approach

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Life Skills Professional to join WOMANSPACE EMPOWER in Philadelphia. This role provides direct support to individuals in recovery, helping them develop coping skills, daily living skills, and recovery supports to promote independence and long-term success.

The program focuses on person-centered, recovery-oriented services. Qualifications include a high school diploma, two years in social services, and a valid driver's license.