Personal Development Coach

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Personal Development Coach with a deep understanding of incarceration, mental health, and developing life skills. The Personal Development Coach is pivotal to our structured 12-16 week program for previously incarcerated parents, conducting bi-weekly 1-on-1 virtual and in-person coaching sessions. This individual will serve as a dedicated advocate, promoting personal safety, self-care, and self-help, while also guiding participants in developing healthy boundaries and adaptive skills. 

The ideal candidate will hold certification or training in life coaching, peer support, counseling, or a related field. This person is passionate about having a positive impact on people’s lives.

Qualifications:

• Direct or indirect lived experience with incarceration or similar trauma and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with a history of incarceration.
• Commitment to social justice and advocating for marginalized communities, with demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Certification or training in life coaching, peer support, counseling, or a related field is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a non-judgmental and empathetic approach in all interactions.
• Empathy and a non-judgmental approach in supporting program participants.
• Proficiency in conducting structured 1-on-1 coaching sessions.
• Familiarity with mindfulness techniques and the ability to provide tools for accessing community resources.
• Organized and strong follow-through
• Ability to conduct online research

Responsibilities:

• Conduct structured and scheduled one-to-one sessions spanning 12-16 weeks for previously incarcerated parents.
• Conduct prompt follow-up from the one-to-one coaching sessions and maintain accurate records of participant interactions.
• Advocate for participants, fostering the development of natural supports.
• Promote personal development through the application of skills such as self-care, healthy boundaries, and mindfulness techniques.
• Guide participants to discover their truths and empower self-discovery.
• Focus on strengthening self-efficacy, building self-esteem, and reinforcing family values throughout the coaching journey.
• Collaborate with program staff to assess participant needs and tailor coaching strategies accordingly.

This is a part-time position (15-20 hours a week) position that reports to the Executive Director and will work in a hybrid virtual and in-person environment. This is a non-exempt hourly position, paying $25/hr.