Therapeutic Skill Builder

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:
Youth Elevation LLC is looking for a passionate and dedicated Therapeutic Skill Builder to join our team in Lynchburg, VA! In this rewarding role, you'll make a direct impact on the lives of young people by helping them develop essential life skills and overcome personal challenges. If you're driven by purpose and want to be part of a team that truly changes lives, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized therapeutic skill-building sessions to youth clients in home, community, and school settings
• Implement treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to support behavioral and emotional growth
• Teach coping strategies, social skills, and self-regulation techniques to children and adolescents
• Document session progress, client goals, and behavioral observations in a timely and accurate manner
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure continuity of care
• Model positive behavior and serve as a role model for youth clients
• Monitor and report changes in client behavior or safety concerns to supervising clinicians

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred
• Prior experience working with children, adolescents, or individuals with behavioral health needs
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and youth development principles
• Excellent communication, patience, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while building trusting relationships with youth
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required
• Must pass background check and meet state licensing requirements

About Us:
Youth Elevation LLC is a Lynchburg, VA-based organization committed to empowering young people to reach their fullest potential through therapeutic and skill-building services. Our clients and families trust us because we deliver compassionate, personalized care that creates real, lasting change. Our team members love working here because every single day, they get to do work that truly matters.