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Life Skills Coordinator - Independence House - New Jersey Community Development Corporation

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Life Skills Coordinator (Full-Time) - Independence House
New Jersey Community Development Corporation
New Jersey Community Development Corporation is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency providing opportunities to transform lives in Passaic County. Independence House is a transitional living program for homeless youth and youth aging-out of foster care who are between the ages of 17-21.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Life Skills Coordinator. The responsibilities include:
Ensuring the health, welfare, safety and personal development of program individuals by creating a nurturing environment that addresses individual needs and preferences and that promotes the attainment of individual goals and objectives as outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Implementing Individual Service Plan (ISP) teaching/training schedule
Ensuring that ISP goals and objectives are being addressed and that anticipated outcomes are being documented, monitored and met
Teaching skills as per the ISP and in accordance with established methods
Ensuring the timely and thorough completion of program documentation as required by state licensing standards, agency policy and procedures and quality assurance guidelines.
Reviewing the daily logs, medication logs, communication log, activity sheets, and incident reports at the beginning of each shift.
Assisting in the arrangement and providing of transportation of residents either through use of agency vehicles or public transportation
Providing emergency shift coverage during staff shortages
Prospective applicants must have a Bachelors Degree in a human services field with one to three years of experience working with young adults or a High School Diploma with three to seven years of experience working with young adults; excellent organizational skills; ability to work effectively independently or as a member of a team; excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; and a valid drivers license. Computer skills are also essential, with experience with Microsoft Word, and Excel, preferred. Attractive salary and benefits package will be provided.
Additional Benefits: Eligible employees have access to a 403(b) retirement savings plan; however, there is no employer contribution at this time.
If Interested In Applying For This Position
Email your resume with a cover note telling us a little about yourself, your skills, and experience to: Human Resources. Please place “Life Skills/Independence House” in the subject line of your email.
New Jersey Community Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Experience
    Not required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday - Friday
  • Salary
    $29,683.45 – $37,494.51 yearly
  • Benefits
    Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, 403(B), Paid time
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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About NJCDC: The New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency dedicated to creating opportunities to transform lives in Passaic County. NJCDC delivers programs that

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