Life Coach - LA
About The Position
The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) is seeking a full-time bilingual (Spanish) Life Coach for its Echo Park, Los Angeles office. The Life Coach assists members in attaining an optimal quality of life and is part of the member services team, providing support and life-skills training to formerly incarcerated members. The role assesses member needs and makes referrals as appropriate. It requires a self-motivated multitasker with a strong case-management background; a criminal justice background is an asset, along with passion and commitment to social justice reform. The position is non-exempt. The Life Coach works with the member services team to develop comprehensive plans for members, provides case management through individual and group meetings in person and/or virtually, and connects members to ARC or partner services. The role also supports member orientation, documents interventions and activities in ARC’s database, coordinates care and referrals, conducts outreach, participates in contracted projects and organizational activities, and performs other assigned responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bilingual Spanish ability.
- At least 2 years of experience working as a counselor, case manager, and/or group facilitator.
- At least 2 years of case-management experience (required).
- At least 2 years of experience working with the re-entry population (required).
- Experience maintaining case files, documenting groups, and meeting contract-compliance requirements.
- High school diploma required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work on a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a restorative justice/supportive capacity.
- Ability to relocate to Los Angeles, CA 90020 before starting work.
- Willingness to work in person.
Nice To Haves
- Case management experience serving Spanish speakers.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree.
- Criminal justice background.
- At least 2 years of experience working with the re-entry/formerly incarcerated community (listed as preferred in the qualifications; the posting also identifies 2 years working with the re-entry population as required).
- Experience in trauma-informed programming and/or conflict resolution.
- Knowledge of community resources, especially higher education, entitlements, and services.
- Experience with a case-management or treatment-focused database.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the member services team to create comprehensive plans for members covering areas such as employment, education, recreation, physical and mental health, spiritual growth, life skills, and other activities that support well-being.
- Provide case management through individual and group meetings, in person and/or virtually, to help ensure members’ goals and needs are met.
- Participate in contracted projects.
- Collaborate with staff to facilitate ongoing orientation meetings for new members and communicate expectations for the ARC Membership process.
- Help members connect with supportive services provided by ARC or partner organizations when their needs are beyond the scope of ARC programs.
- Document all member activities and interventions, including group activities, in the ARC database by the end of the next business day.
- Attend staff meetings, case conferences, trainings, organizational gatherings, retreats, and conferences as requested.
- Conduct outreach to members by phone, text, and/or Facebook about ARC events, activities, groups, and opportunities.
- Coordinate care and interventions with the member services team when members need additional support.
- Coordinate referrals to on-site mental health therapists.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- ARC pays up to 100% of individual medical, dental, and vision benefits and 50% for dependents.
- Employer-funded life insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- 10 paid vacation days and 6 paid sick days.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
