Youth Programs Team Leader — Trauma-Informed Coach

The Link; Mayfair (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union: Yes

Job summary

The Link is seeking a Team Leader to support youth and families within a trauma-informed framework, providing behavioral and academic support in classrooms and community settings. The role involves coaching, family engagement, and cross-agency collaboration to ensure client safety, choice and control.

Responsibilities include developing plans with the COACH team, supervising activities, coordinating scheduling and training, and participating in professional development while adhering to program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the youth care field working with trauma-affected families, youth and children with emotional needs.
• Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field is required or considered with related experience.
• Combination of education and experience in social services may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement strength-based, goal-oriented plans for students and families.
• Implement behavioral and family support components of the treatment plan.
• Co-develop student-centered plans and communicate them across the COACH team.
• Supervise activities on and off-site and support families to identify interventions.
• Complete daily behavior summaries, reports and data checklists.
• Attend COACH team meetings and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Youth care experience

Trauma-informed approach

Crisis de-escalation

Education

Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field

Combination of education and experience may be considered

Job description

The Link is seeking a Team Leader to support youth and families within a trauma-informed framework, providing behavioral and academic support in classrooms and community settings. The role involves coaching, family engagement, and cross-agency collaboration to ensure client safety, choice and control.

Responsibilities include developing plans with the COACH team, supervising activities, coordinating scheduling and training, and participating in professional development while adhering to program