What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skills Coach 7:00 pm to 7:30 am position at Three Rivers Treatment Center LLC?
Job Description:
The Skills Coach plays a vital role in supporting students and residents in both school and residential treatment settings.
Position Overview:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Therapeutic Environment Management
- Maintain 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.
- 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.
- Daily Program and Schedule Adherence
- Follow the structured daily program schedule, ensuring residents participate in activities as planned.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required;
Associate or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, education, or a related field preferred.
Experience: 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.
Licenses/Certificates: First Aid/CPR Certification; Behavioral Management Program; Valid Drivers license;
