Sierra Crossing Life Skills Coach I
21 days ago
Fresno
Job DescriptionDescription: Job Summary Life Skills Coach I works in collaboration with Case Managers to support program participants in developing independent living skills while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive housing environment. The primary responsibility is to proactively identify, address, and accurately document minor and major incidents and concerns of participants and/or the housing complex where they reside, ensuring resident safety, compliance, and continuity of care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Weekend Priority: Incident Identification & Documentation • Conduct regular welfare and safety checks of all units and common areas during weekend shifts., • Identify and respond to minor incidents (e.g., conflicts, policy violations, maintenance concerns) and major incidents (e.g., safety threats, behavioral crises, property damage)., • Complete timely, objective, and through incident reports in accordance with agency and licensing standards., • Escalate urgent concerns to on-call supervisors or emergency services as needed., • Communicate incidents and follow-up needs clearly to weekday staff during shift handoff. Lif Skills & Resident Support • Support residents in practicing daily living skills, budgeting, hygiene, meal planning, conflict resolution, and time management., • Encourage progress toward individualized goals and transition plans using trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches., • Model positive behavior, healthy boundaries, and pro-social decision-making. Community & Compliance • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment., • Uphold all program policies, leave, state regulations, and confidentiality standards., • Participate in required training, team meetings, and supervision Requirements: Education and/or Experience & Background Check • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age., • Meets Valley Teen Ranch employment criteria, including one of the following: o BA/BS degree, or o 12+ units in relevant fields + 100 hours youth experience, or o Valid counseling/vocational credential + 100 hours youth experience, or o 1 + year group home/STRTPC experience o Must pass background check, including DOJ/FBI and Child Abuse Index o No child abuse record or allegation. • Valid CA driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance., • Clear background check: VTR employment standards. Preferred • Experience with foster youth, transitional housing, or supportive serves., • Strong documentation and communication skills., • Ability to remain calm and solution-focused during crisis. Work Schedule • Primarily weekend shifts (e.g., Friday-Saturday or Saturday-Sunday), with weekday scheduled based on employment status (Full-time or Part-time); flexibility for holidays or special programming as needed.