Adult Life Coach

Youth Alive; Oakland (CA); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 47 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Premium medical coverage

Dental, Vision, LTD and Life Insurance

403(b) with employer contribution

Education reimbursement up to $1200/yr

Paid holidays and vacation

Resumo da oferta

Youth ALIVE! in Oakland seeks an Intervention Specialist (Life Coach) to deliver intensive case management and mentoring to adults at high risk for gun violence.

The role focuses on legal navigation, family reintegration, and personal development within a restorative framework, with regular collaboration with court systems. The ideal candidate has lived experience, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, trauma-informed environment.

Qualificações

• Experience working with adults in high-risk environments.
• Knowledge of urban gun violence issues, specifically community violence.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to document thoroughly and follow established systems.
• Trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions.
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders including schools and legal professionals.
• 2 years case management experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish a plus.
• Familiarity with Oakland neighborhoods preferred.
• Professional presentation and reliability.
• Ability to work under stress and both independently and as part of a team.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Reliable car and DMV clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify safety, needs, strengths, and challenges.
• Develop and implement case plans addressing education, legal, mental health, and social goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain intensive follow-up via home visits and telephone contact.
• Utilize citywide resources to support client goals.
• Attend weekly case team meetings and collaborate with colleagues.
• Provide guidance, mentorship to help navigate challenges and choices.
• Assist participants in accessing educational resources and tutoring.
• Advocate for educational accommodations when necessary.
• Collaborate with legal professionals to support participants in the legal system.
• Help participants understand legal rights and responsibilities.
• Assist with court appearances and legal documentation as needed.
• Provide transportation for court dates, mentorship sessions, and activities.
• Ensure safety during transportation and coordinate schedules.
• Engage families to build a robust support system.
• Document interactions using Cityspan, spreadsheets, and Apricot.
• Maintain communication with probation officers and service providers.
• Participate in case conferencing to gain insights and seek support.
• Maintain up-to-date participant files and daily contact documentation.

Conhecimentos

Adult case management

Urban gun violence knowledge

Community liaison

Trauma-informed care

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration with stakeholders

Bilingual Spanish

Oakland neighborhood knowledge

Professional presentation

Stress management

Independent & team work

Driving/DMV clearance

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Cityspan

Apricot

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Rooted in Oakland, Youth ALIVE! breaks the cycle of violence and uplifts a thriving community of leaders through prevention, intervention, healing and advocacy.

Job Description

Job Description: Youth ALIVE! is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Intervention Specialist (Life Coach) to support our Life Coaching program. This position provides intensive case management and mentoring to adults who are at high risk for gun violence and often navigating trauma, community violence, and systemic barriers.

The Intervention Specialist will serve as a trusted advocate for participants, with a focus on legal system navigation, family and community reintegration, and personal development. The ideal candidate brings a balance of lived experience, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to restorative practices. This position is based in Oakland and requires regular collaboration with court systems.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Work with adults who are at heightened risk of being affected by gun violence and who may have ties to groups or individuals involved in community violence
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify/address safety, individual needs, strengths, and challenges
• Develop and implement Case plans for each participant to address education, legal, mental health, and social goals
• Monitor and track progress toward goals and make adjustments accordingly
• Maintain intensive follow-up contact with clients, family, friends, and service providers through home visits and telephone contact
• Utilize citywide and community resources to support the client in achieving the goals outlined in their Case plan
• Attend weekly case team meetings and any other meetings regarding active clients
• Establish and maintain positive, supportive relationships with adult participants
• Provide guidance, encouragement, and mentorship to help participants navigate challenges and make positive life choices
• Assist participants in accessing educational resources, tutoring, and academic support services
• Advocate for educational accommodations when necessary
• Collaborate with legal professionals to provide advocacy and support for participants involved in the legal system
• Help participants understand their legal rights and responsibilities
• Assist with court appearances and legal documentation as needed
• Provide transportation as needed, including pick-up/drop-off of clients for court dates, mentorship sessions, school activities, medical appointments, etc
• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients during transportation
• Coordinate transportation schedules and logistics to meet the diverse needs of participants
• Engage with the families of participants to build a robust support system
• Document interactions, including efforts made, contacts established, and check-ins conducted with the client/participant via Cityspan, spreadsheets, and Apricot
• Maintain communication with probation officers and other service providers that support the client/participant
• Participate in case conferencing during team meetings to gain insights and seek support from colleagues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date participant files and document daily participant contact, ensuring documentation supports case tracking, reporting, and continuity of care

Skills and Qualifications include:

• Experience working with adults in high-risk environments
• Knowledge of urban gun violence issues, specifically community violence
• Must have strong communication and organizational skills, and possess the ability to communicate effectively with staff members, clients, partner organizations and the public
• Ability to complete detailed documentation, stay informed of current and updated documentation practices, and follow the established systems in place
• Ability to understand and apply trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including school personnel, legal professionals, and community organizations
• 2 years case management experience preferred
• Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish)
• Familiarity with Oakland neighborhoods is strongly preferred
• Punctual and extremely reliable
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Must possess basic computer skills and ability to learn Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other Systems and Platforms as needed
• Must be able to present self and program in a professional manner
• Ability to work in stressful situations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have reliable car and DMV clearance

Youth ALIVE! is proud to offer a generous total compensation package to include: (Option of) 100% premium paid Medical with Chiro & Acupuncture, Dental, Vision, LTD and Life Insurance, 403(b) with 5% employer contribution (after 2 consecutive years of employment), up $1200.00 annually for education reimbursement (after 2 years of employment), 18 paid holidays including office closure 4 days between Christmas and New Year's Day, 120 hours paid vacation 1st thru 5th year of employment (increasing to 160 hours at 6 years of employment), 10 days paid sick leave at start of each year, 4-weeks Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5-years /8-weeks Paid Sabbatical Leave after 10-years of employment, and more!

Applicants with personal experience in overcoming violence, violence-related injuries and/or the criminal justice system are encouraged to apply.

Youth Alive celebrates diversity in all its forms. Youth Alive is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.30/hour

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 8 hour shift (start/end times flexible)
• Day shift