Benefits:

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Universal Healthcare Management Services, Inc. (UHMS) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated professionals to join our Youth Residential Program serving court-involved adolescents in Washington, DC.

For decades, UHMS has helped young people overcome trauma, develop life skills, and build successful futures. We believe every young person deserves structure, respect, accountability, and an opportunity to succeed.

If you are passionate about helping youth transform their lives, we invite you to become part of our team.

Position Summary

The Life Skills Facilitator provides direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, transportation, and life skills training to youth residing in our residential program. Staff serve as positive role models while ensuring a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

· Supervise youth in a residential setting.

· Teach independent living and life skills.

· Maintain a safe and secure environment.

· Prepare and document daily progress notes.

· Transport youth to school, appointments, court, recreation, and community activities.

· Assist youth with educational and vocational goals.

· Implement behavior management strategies.

· Participate in crisis intervention when necessary.

· Work collaboratively with clinicians, case managers, probation officers, schools, and families.

· Complete required documentation accurately and timely.

Qualifications

Preferred:

· High School Diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s preferred)

· Experience working with adolescents

· Human Services

· Social Work

· Psychology

· Criminal Justice

· Counseling

· Education

· Behavioral Health

· Military leadership experience

· Youth mentoring experience

Required:

· Valid Driver’s License

· Good driving record

· Ability to pass background investigation

· Ability to pass drug screening

· Ability to transport youth safely

· Excellent communication skills

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are: Compassionate, Patient, Professional,

Dependable, Team-oriented, Strong communicators, Positive role models….

Able to remain calm during crisis situations