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Youth Coach-Afternoon Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm

VISTA MARIA - 3.0

Dearborn Heights, MI Job Details Full-time $16.05 - $19.74 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Interpersonal skills De-escalation techniques Conflict de-escalation High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Crisis intervention plan implementation Working with youth Full Job Description In accordance with the Agency's mission statement, policies and procedures, professional Code of Ethics, State of Michigan licensing and Council on Accreditation standards; the Youth Coach is responsible for providing care and service to all youth as required to ensure a therapeutic and trauma informed environment.

TASKS OF THE POSITION

Plans and organizes work to meet all job requirements, according to Vista Maria and COA standards, licensing, and funding requirements. Provides physical care, support, guidance, and supervision in daily activities consistent with individualized treatment plans. Implements aspects of the treatment plan through youth interaction, role modeling and development and participates in activities with youth. Assists youth with activities of daily living; attends to adaptive behaviors and provides assistance through collaboration and crisis intervention, as needed. Works with other members of the multi-disciplinary team in leading activities such as current events, group community meetings, groups, as appropriate to the specified population. Maintains confidentiality. Transports youth to and from appointments as needed. Attends and participates in group sessions, in-service training, and all staff meetings. Maintains established policies and procedures, programming, and safety and environmental and infection control standards. Collaboration with youth, families, and external agencies. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in training, in service meetings and workshops. Contributes to the team daily and lives the agency mission, vision, and core values. Completes all other related tasks as required or assigned by the supervisor and or program manager. Demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusion responsiveness, personal integrity, and professional demeanor in accordance with Vista Maria ethics and the ethics of the program. Adheres to the mandatory stay-over schedule. Assists in transporting youth to the clinic, cafeteria etc. Works in collaboration with teachers/co-workers in a professional manner.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Knowledge of adverse childhood experiences and how it affects the body and the brain. Demonstration of emotional regulation skills. Demonstrates safe and appropriate boundaries to vulnerable youth. Knowledge of sensory interventions. Proficiency in basic computer skills. Demonstrated ability to interact positively in a culturally diverse environment. Promotes and supports the agency's cultural and core values of a trauma informed, family engaged, youth driven, integrate health environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

QUALIFICATIONS

(EDUCATION / TRAINING) Minimum Required High school diploma or GED. At least one year of experience working with children or adults in a mental health or assisted living facility. Ability to verbally de-escalate crisis situations. Valid driver's license. Ability to pass physical and drug screenings and required background checks. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Completion of two years of college with courses in psychology, sociology, social work, childcare, child development counseling and guidance, human service, family relations, behavioral science, or a related field. First Aide/CPR trained.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.05 - $19.74 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have a valid driver's license?

Experience:

childcare or mental health: 1 year (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Dearborn Heights, MI 48127: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person