At Dungarvin, we have been industry leaders for over 45 years, dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities, autism, and mental health diagnoses. Our person-centered practices empower those we serve to explore their dreams and make meaningful decisions, with our compassionate employees providing active treatment at every opportunity. If you're passionate about helping others in a secure, positive environment that nurtures their needs, self-expression, and goals, and if you're seeking a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth, we want you on our team.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Rates Start at:  $22.00/hour
• Full-time flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with Match - based on eligibility requirements
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO)
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck- early pay access
• Job mobility options within Dungarvin 15 states of services
• Paid training and orientation

Dungarvin is seeking a Skills Trainer who has a passion for providing supports to vulnerable youth. This position will offer the employee an opportunity to use their creativity to help individuals reach their goals. If you have worked as a paraprofessional, paraeducator, teachers aid, teachers assistant, in high school education, as a skills trainer or youth coach in the past, this position could be a great fit for you! 

Responsibilities:

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating youth care and support.
• Providing direct support services which include coordinating services and scheduling with the youth, case worker, and their foster families.
• Providing skills training to youth based on their measurable goals and desired outcomes.
• Coordinating and writing programming for group-based activities monthly.
• Executing goal-based group activities with coworkers. 

Education requirements:

• At least two years of post-secondary education centered in child/youth development or social services, or the equivalent in training and employment history.

Professional experience to include:

• At least two years of experience working with youth populations in a support, service, or coaching capacity.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals of any age experiencing I/DD and/or mental health diagnoses
• Experience developing programming and facilitating group supports.
• Experience developing or identifying community organizations and resources.

Additional Qualifications:

• A sincere desire to provide direct service to individuals with support needs.
• Proven success in engaging people with diverse needs in supports and activities.
• An ability to make sound judgments when given guidance, training and clear prioritiesz
• An ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality in support services.
• A willingness to exchange constructive criticism, and ideas with other staff members.
• The ability to interact with families/providers in a professional manner.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Reliable transportation with ability to use personal vehicle for work related purposes.

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. 

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12/27