Independent Living Coach

Company: Shiloh House
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Job Type

Full-time

Description

While you work to empower Colorado youth and families, we empower you to develop your career. Join one of the most respected leaders in child advocacy services - Shiloh House. Our family like culture and specialized programs allow our staff to utilize their individual talents and contribute in ways that are both professionally and personally fulfilling. At Shiloh House you will find meaning and purpose in your work while you build your career. Our leaders are dedicated to teaching and providing you with the tools to be successful. We believe strongly in growing and developing our future leaders, providing advancement opportunities by promoting from within. In return for your dedication and contributions, you will be recognized and provided an array of competitive benefits. Come join us and serve our great community!

Become a part of our team at Shiloh House! Take this opportunity to make a positive impact by being a strong, positive, role model for system involved youth, and assisting them transition into the next phase of adulthood as an Independent Living Coach.

Benefits: -

• Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• ClassPass Membership
• Paid time off
• Personal leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 10% off tuition at CCU for their online programs
• Growth opportunities are available throughout the agency as we love to promote from within! Compensation: In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary for this Colorado position is a rate of $23.37 per hour for an ILC I and a rate of $24.00/hour for an ILC II.
  
  Available Positions:
  • 1 FTE Independent Living Coach - Arapahoe
  • 1 FTE Independent Living Coach - Fremont
  • 1 FTE Independent Living Coach - Morgan
  • 1 FTE Independent Living Coach - Northeast Responsibilities:
    • Develop personalized case plans in collaboration with clients, outlining educational and vocational objectives.
    • Advocate for clients' needs and rights, ensuring they receive appropriate support services based on grant eligibility.
    • Focus on assisting participants to identify needs, set goals, and establish a plan to become successfully independent.
    • Provide guidance and support through various application processes.
    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, documenting all interactions and following additional paperwork policies.
    • Work with foster youth and other system-involved youth caseload, addressing their unique challenges and providing individualized support.
    • Professional interaction and collaboration with case workers and other stakeholders to address the needs of clients.
    • Highly organized, creative and likes to think outside the box.
    • Possess familiarity with current community resources and consistently explore new ones, identifying suitable referral sources.
    • Facilitate and plan group activities and workshops to support the learning of independent living skills. Extra Details:
      • Will require to work some nights/weekends as needed per participants.
      • Monday-Friday with once a month weekend events.
      • This position requires travel to participant locations, so a reliable vehicle is required. Posting Date: 3/1/2024
        
        Application Window: Ongoing (Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis)
        
        Requirements
        • Must have at least 2 years of college in a human services related field, or 2 years of college education with 2 years of professional experience in a human services or education related field.
        • Applicants should demonstrate adaptability in their schedules to meet clients' availability and program expectations, including some evenings and minimum one Saturday a month.
        • This position requires travel to participant locations, so a reliable vehicle is required.
        • Must be able to pass a criminal background check and meet agency's MVR criteria
        • Must hold a valid Colorado driver's license
        • Must be at least 23 years of age

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