Skills Coach

Skills Coach

The Skills Coach plays a vital role in supporting students and residents in both school and residential treatment settings. The Skills Coach is responsible for actively engaging and monitoring students and residents in a school and residential treatment environment. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic milieu where individuals can participate in program activities that promote personal development and growth.

• Therapeutic Environment Management
• Monitor and observe student and resident interactions during daily activities.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment by adhering to program protocols, fostering positive behaviors, and preventing conflict.
• Conduct regular contraband and body searches to maintain safety in accordance with facility policies.

• Individual Coaching & Group Facilitation
• Provide personalized coaching in behavioral, social, and educational skills.
• Lead group sessions that foster emotional and social growth.
• Recognize emotional or behavioral patterns that may require intervention, implementing appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Avoid power struggles and build strong therapeutic rapport with residents, promoting an environment that facilitates maximum therapeutic benefits.

• Documentation & Reporting
• Accurately document all interactions, incidents, and progress in the facility's electronic system.
• Maintain up-to-date reports on treatment, behavior, and interventions, ensuring confidentiality in line with HIPAA and facility standards.

• Team Collaboration
• Actively engage with other professionals as part of a treatment team to develop and adjust individualized treatment plans.
• Communicate observations and concerns during team meetings to ensure coordinated care for each resident.
• Refer any unresolved issues to supervisors or the treatment team for additional support.

• Daily Program and Schedule Adherence
• Follow the structured daily program schedule, ensuring residents participate in activities as planned.
• Perform regular rounds based on the observation levels of residents.
• Maintain responsibility for keys and ensure that all rooms are secure according to program protocols.

• Classroom Support & Supervision
• Supervise and guide students during classroom sessions, assisting them with assignments and maintaining engagement in schoolwork.
• Enforce classroom policies, including restricting personal items and monitoring computer usage.
• Provide behavior redirection, monitor behavior patterns, and retrieve unapproved materials when necessary.
• Actively participate in classroom activities to ensure students stay on task and receive the support needed for academic success.

• Confidentiality and Compliance
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding students' and residents' personally identifiable health information.
• Adhere to all HIPAA regulations and facility policies related to privacy and confidentiality.
• Complete mandatory staff development requirements as stipulated by regulatory and accrediting bodies.

• Professional Development
• Receive supervision from clinical staff to improve interactions with students and residents.
• Attend ongoing training and workshops to enhance professional skills and improve job performance.

• Prepare daily logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Assist in various tasks that may arise related to both the school and residential setting, ensuring the smooth operation of the program.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, education, or a related field preferred.
• Must be at least 19 years of age per Commonwealth of Virginia Interdepartmental Regulation of Children's Residential Facilities.
• Experience working in a therapeutic, educational, or residential setting with youth or individuals in treatment programs is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques and experience implementing them in a structured environment is an advantage.
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Behavioral Management Program
• Valid Drivers license

Works in well lighted, air conditioned, and heated environment. Kenbridge, VA Onsite Full Time $16.00 - $23.00 per hour