Experiential Life Skills Training Coordinator
The Experiential Life Skills Training Coordinator at Confidential Client is responsible for designing and implementing individualized life skills programs for children aged 5 to 17 in a supportive shelter environment. This role involves coordinating activities, managing volunteers, maintaining safety and compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support children's development and family reunification efforts. The position requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, child-focused setting.
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Position overview
Confidential Client (Healthcare & Nursing) is hiring an Experiential Life Skills Training Coordinator to design and deliver life-skills programming for children and adolescents (ages 5–17) served by its placement and shelter programs. This is a full-time, on-site role in Robstown, TX. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required.
Compensation & benefits
- Hourly rate: $23.28 / hour
- ALL benefits available on the first day of employment
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Additional employer-sponsored benefits (ask recruiter for details)
Work schedule
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Travel between program locations as needed
Key responsibilities
- Meet applicable federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards for the position
- Design individualized, age-appropriate life-skills plans for children ages 5–17
- Collaborate with the foster care school team to develop and maintain a monthly activity calendar
- Coordinate volunteer and community group participation (with Program Director approval)
- Maintain inventory and procure supplies and equipment for experiential programming
- Participate in community and staff meetings; support special events and groups
- Track and report educational information and quarterly metrics
- Use positive child management techniques (verbal redirection, de-escalation, positive reinforcement)
- Maintain a safe, orderly learning environment and follow agency emergency protocols
- Document participant progress and provide updates during regular meetings and reports
- Maintain confidentiality and professional standards as required by agency policy
Other responsibilities
- Evaluate and reassess life-skills needs for the service population
- Develop, schedule, and present life-skills curriculum tailored to participants
- Research and build relationships with community providers and resources
- Meet predetermined deadlines and reporting requirements
Required qualifications & compliance
- Education: High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services preferred
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of progressive experience demonstrating supervisory, training, case management, or teaching responsibilities in similar fields
- Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Behavior Intervention (or willingness to obtain)
- Screening & checks:
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens during employment
- Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks
- Provide proof of work authorization for any U.S. employer (Confidential Client cannot sponsor visas at this time)
- Demonstrated skills:
- Hands-on leadership and training ability
- Knowledge of current educational best practices for the target population
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (bilingual English/Spanish required)
- Cultural competence and sensitivity to socioeconomic differences
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Organizational skills and computer literacy to fulfill job duties
Ideal attributes
- Patient, calm, and composed in fast-paced or emotionally charged situations
- Solution-focused and deadline-oriented
- Comfortable engaging community partners and volunteers
- Committed to ethical standards and respectful conduct toward staff, clients, and the community
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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