Evening Facilitator

Job Description Life Skills Facilitator

The Life Skills Facilitator is responsible for assisting in the coordination of residential services as well as supervising male/female adolescents or “student residents” in a group home setting. More specifically the Life Skills Facilitator is responsible for providing a range of skills building and resource development interventions to help strengthen the residents’ daily living skills and family/natural support system. Life Skills Facilitators also track and report on the residents’ treatment progress and collaborate with other team members to promote treatment plan goals. Life Skills Facilitators work under the direct supervision of the House Supervisors and Program Director. This position involves working with student residents who have DYRS and/or CFSA involvement; Position requires availability to work irregular hours, including evening and/or weekend shifts.

Provides a nurturing environment, close intensive supervision, and security for group home residents.

• Completes all resident service reports, plans and records in a timely and orderly manner in accordance with program procedures and funding contract standards.
• Meets regularly with the House Manager and/or Program Director for supervision.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university AND/OR entry level substance abuse education experience is preferred. 2) communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; 4) basic computer skills and typing ability; 5) effectively monitor resident safety and de-escalate potentially volatile situations; 6) exercise tact, ethical discretion, good judgment and professionalism in working with residents, co-workers and external service partners. Child Protection Clearance
• Food Handlers License
• High School Diploma

This position pays $17.00 per hour

UHMS) provides and coordinates community-based behavioral health services that create a passionate path to empower children, youth, and families to overcome barriers and reach their fullest potential. as well as skills building and resource development services. UHMS adheres to these Functions of Quality Practice:

• Engaging service partners, including the youth’s natural support system
• Assessing and understanding the youth/family’s situation