Career Coach

New Moms•Chicago, IL

23h•$49,000 - $51,000•Onsite

About The Position

New Moms is seeking a Career Coach to join its Workforce Development team and provide individualized coaching to young moms in the program. The role helps participants make the most of training, coaching, and job placement opportunities while addressing barriers to long-term employment and family well-being. The position is based primarily at Bright Endeavors in Chicago’s East Garfield Park neighborhood and is full-time, 40 hours per week. The Career Coach provides case management and career coaching throughout participants’ program experience, from training through job retention. The role includes assessing participants’ needs, developing career and education plans, delivering individual and group coaching, connecting participants with community resources, and maintaining timely and accurate documentation. The coach collaborates with trainers and other staff to support participant success, and participates in professional development and implementation of the New Moms Coaching Model. The ideal candidate is passionate about mentoring young moms, organized, communicative, resourceful, collaborative, flexible, and grounded in strengths-based approaches that support participants with dignity and accountability. The starting salary is $49,000–$51,000.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and five years of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
Knowledge of social services, education, and community resources.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft systems.
Ability to problem-solve, set priorities, and work collaboratively across teams.
Access to reliable transportation, by vehicle or public transit.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Case management or Workforce Development experience.
Familiarity with WIOA or CDBG programs.
Experience with database or case management software.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized case management and career coaching to young moms.
Conduct assessments and develop personalized career and education plans.
Support participants through all program phases, from training to job retention.
Address barriers to employment and provide crisis intervention as needed.
Facilitate group and one-on-one coaching on career, financial, and family well-being topics.
Collaborate with trainers and staff to enhance participant success and celebrate achievements.
Build and maintain referral networks with community resources.
Maintain accurate records and complete reports in a timely manner.
Participate in professional development and support the New Moms Coaching Model.

Benefits

Medical insurance with generous employer contribution.
Dental and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, 100% employer-paid.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources.
Generous paid time off.
15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the summer.
403b retirement plan with employer match.
Pre-tax transportation benefits.
Professional development support.
Discounts on Bright Endeavors products.
Free spiritual direction services.