Life Skills Specialist
Job in
Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14620, USA
Listed on 2026-09-18
Listing for:
Center for Youth Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-18
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Youth Development, Youth Support Worker, Career & Life Skills Coaching
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. Overview:
The Arnett House is a transitional living program for homeless youth that identify as LGBTQ+ or trafficked youth. The Life Skills Specialist will engage and establish mutually respectful, trusting relationships with the youth we serve. The Specialist is responsible for the coordination of life skills programming and education and employment curriculum. Staff will conduct on-going assessments of youth's skill level and create individual/group training opportunities.
This position will also assist the TLP Program Manager in creating and implementing a service learning model for the residents in order to build healthy, permanent connections in our community.
Schedule:
Full Time. Sunday & Monday & Thursday 3:30pm- 11pm, Tuesday & Wednesday 10am- 6pm
Location:
Arnette House Responsibilities:
Crisis intervention and response
Direct supervision and support to residents
Conduct on-going assessments of participants' life skills, employment and education needs
Implementation of life skills training and employment and education curriculum
Incorporate CYS philosophy and effective teaching approaches
Manage environment to provide a safe and supportive residential program Transporting program participants, as required
Maintain clear professional boundaries
Promote strength-based, trauma informed service delivery (youth leadership, asset development)
Required Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field AND 1 year related experience OR equivalent / Bachelor's Degree preferred A valid drivers license
Skills:
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills knowledgeable of managing group dynamics and can demonstrate various intervention techniques Knowledge of the homeless/runaway youth service system
Knowledge of community resources Strong literacy and communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Pay Rate: $20- $21 per hour
* All Offers may be contingent on a Background check and Driving record & Automobile insurance that meets agency insurance carrier requirements. The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities
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