Life and Career Coach (Part-time)

Indiana Wesleyan University•Marion, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Life & Career Coach will provide individual and group services within an innovative program that helps students explore their unique life purpose and develop career building skills. This position will integrate all aspects of Indiana Wesleyan University’s student population, but will primarily focus on the needs of the Marion residential campus. This role will also participate in projects, programs, and assignments as needed to support the Life Calling & Career department.

Requirements

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Master’s Degree
Theory-based knowledge of Life & Career Coaching models, skills, and scope of practice
Excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Working knowledge of personality assessment tools (at least one or more of the following: MBTI, Enneagram, and Clifton Strengths)
Ability to meet deadlines and work within a team
Ability to work independently with high level of consistency and responsibility
Basic Computer Skills (familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite)
Basic Marketing Skills (familiarity with Canva)
Presentation and teaching skills preferred

Nice To Haves

Life Coaching Certification (Preferred): Any certification from an accredited coach training program as designated by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) or coach certification and/or a Career Coaching certification geared toward assisting young people with career assessments and coaching questions
Spiritual Direction Certification (Preferred): Any certification from an accredited, Christian training program

Responsibilities

Life Coaching Practice theory-based Life Coaching services with students in one-on-one appointments
Contribute to innovative approaches in Coaching that advance and support Life Coaching services
Select, administer, and debrief assessments as qualified
Create and facilitate coaching programs for campus student groups as needed
Maintain Life Coaching process and protocols of the department
Stay current with Life Coaching research, competencies, and best practice
Teach a section of LFC-150: Introduction to Life Calling every Fall semester
Collaborate to develop the curricular and co-curricular components to the LFC-150 course and experience
Serve as the Academic Advisor for Exploratory students in their LFC-150 section until they declare a major
Provide students with guidance in resume and cover letter creation and editing
Guide students to resources for job and internship search
Provide students with skills to develop their abilities in interviews
Stay current with Career Coaching research, competencies, and best practice
Assist with assessment of Life & Career Coaching programs
Assist in the training of Exploratory student Peer Coaches Coaches as needed
Support instructors in classroom teaching (e.g., LFC-150: Introduction to Life Calling) as needed
Connect with a variety of constituencies within IWU, including students, faculty, administration, and staff
Provide workshops and presentations to campus community as needed
Work alongside Life Calling & Career team to promote opportunities to prospective students