What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Coach-VPS position at UCAN?
Position Title: Youth Development Coach
Department: Violence Intervention & Prevention Services (VIPS)
Reports To: Director of MFS CRED
Position Objective and Summary:
The Youth Development Coach works with youth and emerging adults, ages 12-26, who face challenges and difficulties. The Coach identifies youth through community outreach and referrals from schools, juvenile justice, and community based organizations. Utilizing UCAN’s Clinical Philosophy, the Coach facilitates healing through trauma informed services and Positive Youth Development and provides support and encouragement to participants for positive behavior, goal achievement, involvement in school and services, and leadership opportunities.
