Youth Development Coach

Kids for the Future; Redford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Youth Development Coach - Level 1 to join our residential program in Michigan. The role provides trauma-focused support to clients and helps with day-to-day functions within the residential department.

The position requires a high school diploma, preferable experience with children, and entails supervision, behavior management, and documentation responsibilities in a group setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working directly with children preferred.
• 40 hours of MCHS orientation to be completed.
• 25 hours of annual MCHS trainings to be completed.
• Active CPI training certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper care and supervision of clients at all times.
• Provide assistance with daily life activities for clients.
• Participate in recreational activities.
• De-escalate and manage disruptive behavior using approved methods.
• Transport clients in agency vehicle when needed.
• Maintain welfare, safety, and treatment objectives for clients.
• Complete daily documentation (logs, mileage, incident reports).
• Adhere to Employee Handbook and program policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth engagement

Behavior modification

Communication

Driver's license

First Aid

CPI training

Education

High school diploma

Tools

First Aid AED/CPR

Job description

• Location 26645 West 6 Mile RD,Redford, MI, 48240,United States
• Job Category 01. Residential Services
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Full-time, part-time, and contingent openings!

I. JOB SUMMARY

As part of the group treatment team within the residential program, the Youth Development Coach - Level 1 provides trauma focused support and services to the clients within the program by assisting in the day-to-day functions within the residential department.

II. 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.
• Demonstrate commitment to the social sector with a passion for MCHS's mission and vision.
• Operate within the guidelines of the Employee Handbook, program's Operation Manual and agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

III. BASIC COMPETENCIES

Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.

2. Experience working directly with children preferred.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of behavior patterns of youth and methods of modifying behavior.
• Understanding group dynamics and sensitivity to individual members of the group.
• Will participate in 40hours of MCHS orientation.
• Will participate in 25hours of annual MCHS trainings.
• Will maintain an active CPI training certification.

Skills and Abilities Needed:

• Relate to youth and gain their respect and confidence.
• Participate in indoor and outdoor recreational activities.
• Maintain close proximity to residents to ensure proper monitoring and supervision.
• Perform behavior management techniques to control aggressive behavior.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Exercise appropriate judgment in making decisions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
• Attend agency trainings and maintain necessary certifications, including First Aid, AED/CPR, NVCPI and others as determined by the agency.
• Maintain a Michigan driver's license and driving record that allows the operation of an agency vehicle to transport youth as needed.

IV. JOB SETTING

The work environment described here is representative of that which an employee will typically encounter during a normal shift. Work is performed in the office, clients' homes, treatment and residential facilities, courts and work sites. Frequent travel may involve exposure to seasonal weather conditions, unsanitary conditions in homes, communicable diseases and unsafe environments. Duties may require contact with persons who are hostile or abusive, or with children who are upset and confused. Work may involve standing, walking, or running for multiple hours during the work shift.

V. OTHER INFORMATION

MCHS is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law. This policy extends to all policies and procedures related to the recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Furthermore, this description is a summary of the responsibilities, duties, skills, experience, abilities, and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be changed at any time at the discretion of the CEO. Employment is still considered at-will in which MCHS or the employee may with or without notice, with or without reason terminate employment. MCHS reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.