Youth Skills Coach

Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cayuga Centers is hiring a Youth Skills Coach to provide support and mentoring to children in the Pittsburgh Treatment Foster Care program. You will work with youth aged 0–21, delivering skills training and life skills coaching under supervision of the Program Director.

The role requires maintaining professionalism, documenting sessions, and collaborating with the treatment team. A valid PA driver’s license and driving may be required; shift flexibility includes evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 2+ years in mental health, addiction, child welfare or related field.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and life skills coaching to youth in the TFFC Program aged 0–21.
• Coordinate with Program Director and treatment team to manage rewards and consequences.
• Document sessions weekly and attend treatment team meetings.

Skills

Life skills coaching

Behavior observation

Relationship building

Behavior modification support

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PA Driver's License

Job description

Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for a Youth Skills Coach

• This is a temporary to possibly permanent position*

Earn $26.00/hour Location: Pittsburgh, PA JOIN OUR TEAM AS A YOUTH SKILLS COACH IN PITTSBURGH, PA, AND HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN CHILDREN'S LIVES IN OUR COMMUNITY! About Cayuga CentersCayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. Join us! At Cayuga Centers, we embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging. Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. About The Program And Youth Skills Coach PositionCayuga Centers is seeking a Youth Skills Coach to provide support and mentoring to children and adolescents in our Pittsburgh Treatment Foster Care (TFFC) Program. Under the supervision of the Program Director, your responsibilities will include meeting with youth one or more times a week to work on skill development, help them succeed at school, and navigate life challenges. The Youth Skills Coach is crucial in making a difference by providing guidance, support, and resources to empower young individuals to achieve their personal goals. Does this interest you? We’d love for you to join our team in helping children and families create safe, happy, and healthy environments. How you get to use your skills as a Youth Skills Coach…

• Provide skills training and life skills coaching to youth in the TFFC Program who range from 0 to 21 years old
• Provide activities to match the child’s needs, as specified by the Program Director
• Coordinate with the Program Director, the treatment team and the foster parents to manage the rewards, privileges, and consequences associated with behavioral modification
• Provide skills training and coaching for identified behaviors or areas that need enhancement
• Provide skills training to each youth one or more times per week or as determined by the Program Director. These skills may include but are not limited to behavior management skills, communication skills, problem-solving skills, and peer interaction skills. Conduct role-playing, play educational games, model activities, teaching, debriefing, or employ other strategies to facilitate skills training
• Receive training and ongoing supervision to implement the appropriate skills coaching sessions
• Document each skills training session on the appropriate forms and turn them into the program Director in a timely fashion each week
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings and work in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Immediately report emergencies such as runaways, accidents, or medical problems and will document these accordingly.
• Provide hourly respite and transportation for program youth as needed as defined by the Program Director
• Provide transportation and supervision of family time visitation to support permanency achievement
• Serve on the on-call rotation
• Complete other duties/tasks as assigned by supervisor and agency leadership

Required Experience Of a Youth Skills Coach

• High School Diploma required with a minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health, addiction, child welfare or related human service field
• Bachelor degree, preferred
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
• Vehicle Required - must be safe and dependable
• Maintains professionalism in all areas, including confidentiality
• Ability to observe a child’s behavior and implement behavioral regulation techniques
• Demonstrate conceptual understanding of developmentally appropriate behavior for children/adolescents in the home, school, and community
• Ability to establish a strong relationship with a child or adolescent
• Ability to provide skill-building training to assist a child in the acquisition of new skills and goal achievement
• Ability to work cooperatively with Program Director and the Treatment Team to implement the youth’s treatment plan; accept supervision well; be readily available for consultation; attend meetings; complete assigned paperwork

Physical Requirements Of a Youth Skills Coach

• Word processing: Including responding to e-mails, composing letters, completing computerized documentation, transcribing minutes for meetings, etc
• Completing paperwork in appropriate database systems
• Must be able to lift up to 50 poundsSit in and/or drive a vehicle for up to several hours
• Walk up/down stairs

Schedule for a Youth Skills Coach: Non-Exempt

• Regular hours entail 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
• Must be able to flex schedule to meet program needs as services are provided in the evening and weekends due to youth and family availability
• Weekend and evening hours are necessary when scheduled for an on-call rotation

Why Cayuga Centers?

• Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited
• Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions
• Committed to employee professional development and advancement
• We embrace change, innovation, and opportunities
• Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect
• Large and growing national footprint

Benefits For a Youth Skills Coach

• 80 hours of Vacation
• 10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts
• Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and enhanced short-term disability benefits
• 401(k) available
• Corporate Discounts Program
• Sick Leave Pool
• Identity Protection