Job Title: Life Skills Coach Department: Center for Youth Development

Department

Gateway Longview’s Community Based Services programs supports children and youth ages birth-21 years struggling with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.

Agency

Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Benefits

Flexible working options!! Generous Paid Time Off; up to 13 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs

Compensation

$17.00 - $19.60 per hour

*Offers based on education and years of relevant experience

Professional Development Opportunities

Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.

Primary Responsibilities

• Be an appropriate role model for clients in care.

• Create and maintain an atmosphere that is beneficial to the physical and emotional health of clients.

• Assist program staff in the development and implementation of client’s independent living plans through instructing, counseling, and directing them in matters of personal conduct, hygiene, appearance, social skills, school, routines and work habits.

• Foster the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of each child.

• Effectively assist clients in developing independent living skills.

• Fulfill other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree and 2 years of related experience required

• Valid New York State Driver’s License and adequate auto insurance

• Must have excellent communication skills and customer service and sensitivity to the needs of persons with disabilities

• Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented, ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player. Must have a high degree of discretion dealing with confidential information

• Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

• Previous experience working with youth

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.