Life Skills Coordinator

Job Details

Job Location:

St Louis, MO 63114

Salary Range: $21.63 - $24.04 Hourly

Summary:

Provide life skills services to youth ages 16-21 who are living in a transitional living program. The youth served are either in foster care, are homeless, or at-risk of becoming homeless.

• Demonstrate the ability to be courteous, empathetic, and tactful with clients, families, referral sources, and other team members.
• Keep confidential all information collected and shared regarding clients and families.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings.
• Complete initial intake assessments with youth and repeat when needed.
• Complete annual credit checks on foster youth and as needed with homeless youth.
• Provide service coordination in the community (i.e. landlords, public assistance, and other service providers).
• Teach daily life skills to youth within the program.
• Establish community partnerships with employers to secure employment opportunities for youth.
• Plan and implement all independent living classes/meetings.
• Coordinate with agency and community members to speak with youth during life skills classes/meetings.
• Assist and counsel youth with developing educational and vocational plans.
• Assist youth with completing FAFSA, ETV, college applications, course registration, etc.
• Assist youth with developing resumes, filling out job applications, preparing for interviews, etc.
• Complete NYTD Chafee expenditures for foster youth in the state database, FACES, on a monthly basis.
• Work effectively and professionally while under pressure.
• Document through case notes all direct and indirect contacts regarding youth within Agency standard timelines.
• Provide referral assistance to legal services, medical services, mental health services, etc.
• Oversee the Youth Board and their various activities.
• Provide assistance in the event of a crisis or emergency.
• Oversee IDA program.
• Assist with Apartment Checks on campus.
• Assist with staff shortage.
• Provide on-call coverage with rotation of peers.
• Work hours Monday through Friday 9:00am –5:00pm
• Maintain minimum Agency standards for continuing education and training.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Trauma informed
  - Responsible for being trauma aware, sensitive, and responsive to youth, families, and colleagues through the completion of new hire and annual trauma informed education/training.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; maintain confidentiality; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control.
• Oral Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and receive clarification; respond well to questions; participate in meetings.
• Written Communication – Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar.
• Teamwork – Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of the team above own interests.
• Diversity – Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promote a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics – Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethicality; uphold organizational values.
• Judgment – Display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; include appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.
• Safety and Security – Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Consistently at work on time; ensure work…