Youth Coach

Learning Disabilities Association of Windsor - Essex County; Windsor; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Learning Disabilities Association of Windsor-Essex County seeks a compassionate Youth Coach to support youth ages 15-29 with executive functioning, education, employment, and life skills. This is a short-term contract position with potential for extension, pending funding.

You will provide individualized coaching to help youth develop self-awareness, build structure and routines, and reach personal, academic, and career goals. Regular supervision and team support are provided.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social work, psychology, education, coaching or related fields.
• Coaching certification or relevant training is an asset but not required.
• Experience coaching or mentoring youth, preferably those with ADHD or learning disabilities.
• Understanding of disabilities, including learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD.
• Knowledge of community resources related to education, employment and mental health.
• Compassionate, non-judgemental, and strength-based approach.
• Comfortable working independently and remotely, if needed.
• Effective communication and active listening skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with youth to achieve their goals.
• Support participants with goal setting and action planning for school, employment, and personal growth.
• Help youth improve time management, organization and planning skills.
• Offer practical tools for navigating transitions, overcoming barriers and building confidence.
• Maintain accurate session notes and documentation.
• Collaborate with other support staff and community partners as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Youth mentoring

Active listening

Organization

Time management

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary education in social work, psychology, education, coaching or related fields

Tools

Documentation practices

Job description

Hours: up to8 hours/week

The Learning Disabilities Association of Windsor-Essex County seeks a compassionate and resourceful Youth Coach to support individuals navigating challenges related to executive functioning, education, employment, and life skills. This is a short-term contract position with the potential for extension, pending funding.

As a Youth Coach, you’ll provide individualized coaching to help youth (ages 15-29 ) develop self-awareness, build structure and routines, improve organization and time management, and reach personal, academic, and career goals. We provide regular supervision and team support.

This is a contract position with potential for renewal based on funding availability.

Duties

• Work 1:1 with youth to achieve their goals
• Support participants with goal setting and action planning for school, employment, and personal growth.
• Help youth improve time management, organization and planning skills.
• Offer practical tools for navigating transitions, overcoming barriers and building confidence.
• Maintain accurate session notes and documentation.
• Collaborate with other support staff and community partners as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in social work, psychology, education, coaching or related fields;
• Coaching certification or relevant training is an asset but not required.
• Experience coaching or mentoring youth, preferably those with ADHD or learning disabilities;
• Understanding of disabilities, including learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD;
• Understanding of disability & ADHD‑informed approaches;
• Knowledge of community resources related to education, employment and mental health;
• Compassionate, non‑judgemental, and strength‑based approach;
• Comfortable working independently and remotely, if needed;
• Effective communication and active listening skills;
• Excellent organizational skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Must have a satisfactory, up‑to‑date Police Clearance.
• Must have some daytime availability during the workweek to accommodate client scheduling needs.

Accommodations

LDAWE welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we will contact only individuals selected for interviews. Due to the large volume of applicants, we regret that we cannot confirm receipt of all resumes.

October 30, 2026