Life Coach
About The Position
The Life Coach supports the planning, preparation, and development of competencies for youth ages 15 to 25 who are transitioning or have transitioned out of foster care. Participants may have experienced trauma or have behavioral health issues, or may be in protective supervision or relative caregiver placement and need help achieving self-sufficiency. The position provides direct services and life-skills coaching to youth, including assessments, individualized planning, education, and coordination of community resources and program activities. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with hours varying according to client needs and weekly productivity expectations. The program generally operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with weekend work as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social or human services.
- At least one year of experience in child welfare and human services.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Ability to meet weekly productivity expectations.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Knowledge of and experience working with ESE youth and Independent Living.
Responsibilities
- Participate as a member of each youth’s wraparound team.
- Provide youth development activities, assessments, service planning, and linkage and coordination of community resources.
- Support program components such as field trips, community projects, employment activities, and health education.
- Conduct Independent Living Life Skills Assessments for eligible program youth.
- Conduct Aftercare/Transitional Services Needs Assessments.
- Develop an Individualized Life Plan and life-skills education plan for each youth.
- Arrange and provide groups, field trips, community projects, special events, and other opportunities.
- Track grant-required outcomes and report on them every six months.
- Provide targeted aftercare services for participants over age 18 who are receiving follow-up services.
- Maintain program documentation concerning youth assessments, training, and services.
- Maintain files, youth applications, assessments, and life-skills education plans.
- Conduct ILP reviews and staffings when the Director of Independent Living is absent.
- Coach and support youth in life skills, including activities such as opening a bank account, finding housing, and applying for a job.
Benefits
- Health insurance plan
- Dental insurance plan
- 401(k) plan
- 11 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick time
- Tuition and CEU reimbursement
- Flexible spending accounts
- Supplemental insurance packages, including disability and life insurance
- Performance-based pay in some positions
- Ongoing training and CEU opportunities
- Promotional opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
