Direct coaches are responsible for working alongside residents by supervising and giving therapeutic care. They should promote a sense of connection to family, community, and culture. Direct coaches will teach and model therapeutic methods of managing stress and will help create opportunities within the program for youth to experience the core value of independence through teaching life skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides a safe and nurturing learning environment for youth.

Provides constant supervision for youth on the Ranch, during recreational

activities and outings.

Provide one-on-one supervision to youth when safety concerns are noted.

Assist youth with homework and independent living activities, such as learning to

cook.

Distribute psychotropic medication to youth as needed, documenting in the

Medication Administration Record (MAR).

If working an overnight shift, must constantly monitor youth, document

observations and provide emotional support, if necessary.

Assist in preserving youth's culture by implementing their youth's traditions or

cultural activities.

Consult daily with other caregivers to ensure the needs of youth are being met.

Provide daily documentation noting the events during shift, and complete

documentation for any serious incident.

Participate in trainings, conferences, meetings, projects, and other events

provided by the Prism Project.

Attend meetings and individual supervision to discuss youth and

program-related issues.

Be a positive role model for youth and co-workers while promoting a positive

work environment.

Must be willing to give and receive constructive feedback for profession

Prism Project jobs

Direct Care Coach