Life Skills Instructor YOUTH

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Las Vegas, NV 89130Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeLooking for a compassionate, experienced applicants: trained in Crisis De-escalation and Physical Management. Must possess physical and mental stamina commensurate with the responsibilities of the position

Youth Life Skills Instructor Job Summary:

The Youth Life Skills Instructor position is responsible to serve foster care youth ages 6-18. LSI-Y assists children and youth to develop life skills and social skills in the home and community. Youth Life Skills Instructor provides youth care and guidance consistent with the needs of youth who have mental health issues and behavioral challenges. Youth Life Skills Instructor utilizes skills in basic counseling, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and problem solving.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

De-Escalate and Manage aggressive behaviors/ crisis situations
Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior
Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the home atmosphere or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions.
Participates in assessment, goal setting and program planning for foster care youth supported in a home
Administers medication to youth with established policies and procedures
Maintains stable, structured environment with clear expectations and behavior support
Manages the physical, emotional, and medical needs of children or youth
Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social and vocational activities
Role models and participates in youth’s physical and outdoor activities
Responsible for daily written and/or verbal reports
Completes daily, required documentation within the home
Will implement an individualized, person-centered plan
Participating member of Child and Family Team Meetings
Support youth to function more independently in their homes and the community 
Provide support with daily life skills, social skills and/or behavior management
Accompanies and/or transports youth to school, community leisure activities, appointments
Recognizes and deals with potential aggressive behavior and emergency situations
Ensure health and safety standards are maintained
Contribute to team effectiveness through clear and direct communication and participation in team member meetings
Will work within a 24/7 shift schedule, day, swing or grave
Maintain annual training as required and scheduled

QualificationsEducation & Qualifications:

Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
Ability to operate tactfully under stress
Flexibility to change in routines
At least 21 years of age
Able to work with high-risk special needs students
Good driving record and willing and able to drive a youth in a van is strongly preferred
High school diploma or equivalent
Three years of experience working with youth who have developmental disabilities, physical/medical/behavioral support needs
Required to be physically fit and able to participate in demanding sports and outdoor activities
Must possess valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Must maintain motor vehicle registration and agency required liability insurance
Must be able to pass a thorough Department of Family Services background, sex offender and criminal record check to work with children, youth and vulnerable populations
Negative T.B. test
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook          

Preferred: Background in/or studying education, clinical or general psychology, social work, bilingual (Spanish-speaking). Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

New Vista Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vison
Supplemental: Short-term disability, term life insurance, accident, cancer critical illness
401K, 401K Matching
Paid Time off (year one accrual, 22 days)
Employee recognition and perks

Equal Opportunity:

New Vista is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.