Life Skills Instructor (SBLS) - York

Pay Rate ($21.50hr - $24hr)

Location: York

The Organization:

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a trauma-informed / healing-centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development, and cultural awareness into all aspects of its services. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Join Us?

• We offer a competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match up to 6% to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth
• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Essential Functions of the Life Skills Instructor:

• Facilitate 125-150 hours annually of after school programming based on the approved school-based curriculum on the Google Drive to meet the program objectives (key objectives: program referrals vs graduations, reason for referral, community referrals, pretest vs posttest results and involvement with Children & Youth at 6-month, 1 year and 3 years).
• Ensure the timely & accurate completion of all required paperwork per the LSI Paperwork Guidelines document.
• Provide a minimum of 8 hours a week of 1-on-1 sessions with the students and/or their families identifying barriers and connecting to resources to alleviate those barriers.
• Be the primary liaison between the assigned school district’s point person and Valley Youth House ensuring weekly updates are sent, classroom issues are addressed and other day to day class and student needs are addressed.

Minimal Qualifications for the Life Skills Instructor:

• An associate’s degree in Social Work, Education or other related field. If the degree is in an unrelated field then the candidate must have at least 1 year of experience in Education or the social services field.
• One or more years experience working with youth and young adults or facilitating groups/events.
• A valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle report that meets agency requirements and reliable transportation that can safely transport clients if needed.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule that includes evenings.
• Ability to complete the pre-employment physical and drug test requirements.

Physical Requirements for the Life Skills Instructor:  

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
  • X Occasionally 
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
  • X Occasionally

I f eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

Valley Youth House is more than a nonprofit organization. We’re a catalyst for youth to achieve their desired futures through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections. We partner with each young person we meet to help them create the best possible outcome for their unique situation.