Skills Coach (Home Based Setting)

FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES, INC.•Battle Creek, MI

67d•Remote

About The Position

This position has a $500 sign on bonus Skills Coach in a home-based setting providing support to therapist. SUMMARY The Youth Behavior & Life Skills Specialist is responsible for providing direct support, guidance, and skill-building activities to youth in order to promote positive behavior, emotional regulation, and daily living competencies. This role fosters a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where youth can develop the tools they need for success at home, in school, and in the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Implement evidence-based behavior management strategies to help youth learn self-control, conflict resolution, and positive communication. Support youth in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and decision-making abilities. Provide individualized coaching to address specific behavioral needs. Teach and model skills such as personal hygiene, time management, nutrition, money management, and organization. Assist youth in setting and achieving personal goals related to independence and self-sufficiency. Teach and model skills such as personal hygiene, time management, nutrition, money management, and organization. Assist youth in setting and achieving personal goals related to independence and self-sufficiency. Build trusting, respectful relationships with youth while maintaining professional boundaries. Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating appropriate behaviors and healthy coping strategies. Work closely with caregivers, educators, and other service providers to ensure a consistent approach to behavior support. Participate in team meetings to review youth progress and adjust strategies as needed. Maintain accurate and timely case notes and reports in accordance with agency policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, education, or related field preferred.
Experience working with youth, particularly those with behavioral or emotional challenges.
Knowledge of child/adolescent development and trauma-informed care practices.
Strong communication, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if transporting youth is required).
This position may require evening or weekend hours depending on program needs.
Work may take place in community settings, schools, or family homes.

Responsibilities

Implement evidence-based behavior management strategies to help youth learn self-control, conflict resolution, and positive communication.
Support youth in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and decision-making abilities.
Provide individualized coaching to address specific behavioral needs.
Teach and model skills such as personal hygiene, time management, nutrition, money management, and organization.
Assist youth in setting and achieving personal goals related to independence and self-sufficiency.
Teach and model skills such as personal hygiene, time management, nutrition, money management, and organization.
Assist youth in setting and achieving personal goals related to independence and self-sufficiency.
Build trusting, respectful relationships with youth while maintaining professional boundaries.
Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating appropriate behaviors and healthy coping strategies.
Work closely with caregivers, educators, and other service providers to ensure a consistent approach to behavior support.
Participate in team meetings to review youth progress and adjust strategies as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely case notes and reports in accordance with agency policy.