Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
As a Taylor Diversion Programs (TDP) Life Coach, you will assist in the development, coordination, implementation and review of individualized service plans (ISP'S) for youth within our residential, independent living program. Additionally, you will provide and coordinate mental health services including individual, group and family counseling. Your role includes being responsible for the safety, security and proper care of the youth during the assigned shift including orientation, program planning, modeling, youth supervision and general care. All of our team members are expected to demonstrate behaviors and practices of cooperation; additionally, they must be willing to transport youth in their personal vehicles and abide by state and federal transportation laws.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Residential Youth Care:
Review youth referral information
Coordinate assessment process
Consult with youth and family
Coordinate treatment activities and services
Follow up on youth activities for appropriateness and progress
Make recommendations for alternative initiatives as needed
Provide individual and group counseling
Demonstrate leadership through role modeling
Provide crisis intervention
Consult with the youth, family and TDP treatment team members, mental health service providers, government and community officials (courts, court of juvenile probation, police and education authorities).
Coordinate discharge presentation
Coordinate with the Clinical Coordinator in the development of an individualized post facility transition plan or plans and make appropriate referrals to outside agencies for post transition plans.
Case Management:
Maintain, distribute and file documentation as required on treatment activities and youth progress.
Secure proper documentation for youth files meeting Federal and state requirements and organizational standards.
Facilitate communications on youth status with essential personnel
Manage clinical schedule
Prepare reports as required
Demonstrating Core Competency Values including:
Confidentiality: Maintains the confidentiality of information shared within the department and the organization. Does not discuss confidential information with any person not entitled to such information except as is required by position or circumstance.
Teamwork: Demonstrates a willingness to support this Core value by providing support to the goals and objectives of the organization and the Department.
Drive Continuous Improvement: Provide suggestions and offer assistance to make continuous improvements within the organization.
Performs other duties as required by management
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty/ responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Skilled in assessing and reporting changes in youth behavior and/or affect.
Demonstrate ability to effectively interact with individuals and groups internal and external to the organization demonstrating a positive attitude and competence level.
Demonstrate ability to analyze an issue/problem, make recommendations for an effective and efficient resolution while maintaining the aptitude to seek alternate advice.
Knowledge of PA 3800 Regulations as they relate to youth documentation.
Knowledge of HIPPA privacy regulations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
Three (3) years of experience in a related field - preferred;
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES/CLEARANCES:
First Aid/CPR training
PA Child Abuse and Criminal Background Clearance
FBI Clearance (DHS)
Safe Crisis Management (SCM) training (Offered during Orientaation)
Valid Drivers License
Job Tags
Trial period, Shift work