What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skills Development Specialist position at Strive Solutions?
provides trauma-informed, strengths-based support to at-risk youth in an on-site setting.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Coach youth through structured groups and individualized one-on-one support focused on life skills, social-emotional development, and educational success.
- Implement and support individualized service plans.
- Document progress and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, and residential staff to support overall youth outcomes.
- Promote safety through positive role modeling, crisis prevention, and de-escalation strategies.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
- Ability to foster resilience, independence, and long-term stability for youth and families.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary partners.
- Strong judgment and interpersonal skills for crisis prevention and de-escalation.
- Reliable documentation skills to track progress and support service plan goals.