Life Coach Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a bachelor’s degree in a human-services-related field.
• At least two years of experience working with homeless youth living in supported housing.
• Fingerprinting and a background check are required.
• Ability to provide ongoing, direct face-to-face contact with consumers and the general public.
• Availability for afternoon and weekend coverage.
• Must report for scheduled shifts during inclement weather or public emergencies unless otherwise instructed by the Program Director.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Social Work (MSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW).

Responsibilities

• Work directly with residents to strengthen daily living skills, including budgeting, grocery shopping, independent meal preparation, apartment organization and maintenance, entitlement support, personal hygiene, safely using public transportation, and scheduling and attending appointments on time.
• Meet with all assigned caseload clients at least once per week, or as instructed by the Program Director.
• Facilitate weekly groups to help residents acclimate to independent living, covering topics such as medication management, substance abuse education, anger management, budgeting, employment preparation, cooking, discount shopping and couponing, and recreation.
• Coordinate client social events and create a monthly calendar.
• Collaborate with case managers to help consumers achieve goals in their Individualized Treatment Plans.
• Facilitate individual counseling sessions as applicable, including mental health or substance abuse support, activities of daily living skills development, and stress management; document sessions in progress notes within 24 hours.
• Provide crisis intervention services and complete incident reports in accordance with DOHMH standards.
• Provide case management coverage when needed to preserve the quality of care for residents.
• Escort clients to appointments as instructed, including medical and psychiatric appointments, Social Security Administration and Public Assistance appointments, and emergency room visits.
• Assist residents in navigating child welfare and criminal justice system involvement, including accompanying clients to court as needed and referring them to legal aid services.
• Refer residents to and connect them with community resources that support their health and social networks, such as youth social clubs, fitness centers, and farmers markets.
• Participate in community recreational events to increase consumers’ socialization skills.
• Work with GRC compliance officers to ensure residents provide required documentation to recertify apartment units.
• Collaborate with property management to address clients’ apartment needs and repairs.
• Help coordinate resident move-ins and move-outs.
• Attend assigned and required meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, and case conferences.
• Provide support to community residents and church social programs.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the Program Director.

Benefits

• Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.