Sacramento Office Life Coach

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition • Sacramento, CA

4d • $24 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) seeks a full-time, non-exempt Life Coach for its Sacramento office. The Life Coach assists ARC members in attaining an optimal quality of life and is part of the member services team, providing support and life skills training for formerly incarcerated members, including men and women. The role assesses members’ needs and makes referrals as appropriate. It calls for a self-motivated multitasker with a strong background in case management and/or residential services, and a passion and commitment to social justice reform.

Working with the Sacramento Director and member services team, the Life Coach develops comprehensive plans for members, provides life coaching and case management, connects members to reentry resources, and facilitates groups and orientation. The role also includes documenting services, coordinating care, outreach, organizing prosocial and women’s events, and providing in-person groups as needed at the Sacramento Youth Detention Facility.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience working with people who have experienced incarceration, and demonstrated passion for this work.
• Two years of case management experience (required).
• Detailed knowledge of the challenges people face after leaving California’s juvenile and criminal justice systems.
• Familiarity with California reentry service providers serving system-involved people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings, as needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Reliable transportation and a current California driver’s license with valid registration and insurance are required.
• Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including sitting, driving, using hands and fingers, reaching, talking, hearing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 15 pounds; close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment are also required.
• Keyboard data entry is required.

Nice To Haves

• Formerly incarcerated and/or system-impacted individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Substantial experience connecting formerly incarcerated or underserved people to supportive services, including mental health interventions, addiction support, educational enrollment assistance, and vocational training.
• A criminal justice background is an asset.
• A driver’s license is listed as preferred, although the Requirements section also states that a current California driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Sacramento Director and member services team to create comprehensive plans for members, covering areas such as employment, education, recreation, physical and mental health, spiritual growth, and life skills.
• Provide life coaching and case management to help members meet their goals and needs, and enter documentation in the ARC database within three business days.
• Connect ARC members with reentry resources, including jobs, housing, personal development, addiction treatment, counseling, and education.
• Facilitate at least one evidence-based or support group each week for ARC members.
• Help facilitate ARC orientation for new members and communicate expectations for the orientation phase.
• Document group activities in the database within three business days.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, organizational gatherings, retreats, and conferences as requested.
• Conduct outreach to members by phone, text, email, and/or social media about ARC events, activities, groups, and opportunities.
• Coordinate care and interventions with the Sacramento Director and member services team when members need additional support.
• Provide in-person groups inside the Sacramento Youth Detention Facility as needed.
• Assist with organizing women’s events, meetings, training, and retreats in collaboration with ARC’s women’s department.
• Assist with and lead monthly community prosocial events for members returning home from incarceration, coordinating with staff on transportation, flyers, and event details.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple employer medical, dental, and vision plans, with up to 100% employee coverage and 50% dependent coverage.
• Employer-funded life insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• 10 paid vacation days and 6 paid sick days.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed