Youth Coach: Life Skills & Growth Mentor

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

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.