Life Coach Associate - Charis House

The Rescue Mission; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision

403b Savings Plan and Generous Company

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

The Rescue Mission in Fort Wayne is seeking a part-time Life Coach Associate for Charis House on the 2nd shift, including every other weekend, 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.

The role focuses on direct care, advocacy, and life coaching in a structured environment. Starting pay is $15/hour with shift bonuses for 2nd shift and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience in related field required.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes, orients, and supports participants staying at The Rescue Mission; provides emotional and spiritual support; administers tests when necessary.
• Ensures safety and adheres to house guidelines by supervising areas and maintaining order.
• Offers leadership and feedback to supervise progress of participants.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Good listening skills

Problem solving and conflictresolution

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Work under pressure and flexible

Trauma Informed Care training

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

1 year of related field experience

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

None

Job description

Our Mission Statement

“To provide through the power of Jesus Christ, a home for the homeless, food for the hungry and hope for their future.”

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Life Coach Associate - Charis House

Our Mission Statement

“To provide through the power of Jesus Christ, a home for the homeless, food for the hungry and hope for their future.”

We have one part-time Life Coach openings at our Charis House location. Starting rate of $15/hour plus shift bonuses ($1/hour for 2nd shift, $2/hour for 3rd shift and $3/hour for weekends). Below is the schedule needing to be filled:

• Part-time 2nd shift, every other weekend, Saturday & Sunday, 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.
  
  

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision
• 403b Savings Plan and Generous Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Group Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance for Dependents
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
  
  

Position Description

The Life Coach provides direct care, advocacy, and life coaching to participants and ensures a safe, structured, and supportive environment within The Rescue Mission’s facilities. This role combines oversight of daily operations with a focus on individualized support and growth for each participant. The Life Coach should have the heart of a servant in accordance with Colossians 3:23 “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Welcomes, orients, and supports participants staying at The Rescue Mission; offers emotional and spiritual support throughout their stay, assists participants with basic needs and administers drug and breathalyzer testing when necessary.
• Ensures safety, security, and adherence to house guidelines by conducting regular walk-throughs of the facility, supervising communal areas, and maintaining overall order and safety.
• Offers leadership and guidance to participants by modeling integrity and accountability and provides immediate feedback to supervisors concerning progress/challenges of Life House participants.
• Maintains accurate and complete records, logs, and incident reports containing pertinent information, records updated information in the electronic record and communicates relevant updates of clients to supervisors and Case Managers.
• Responds calmly and effectively to crisis situations, coordinating with staff and external service providers when needed.
  
  

Other Duties

• Attend quarterly All Staff meetings.
• Attend monthly Life House staff meetings.
• Job performance should demonstrate The Rescue Mission’s Core Values; Organizational Integrity, Organizational Unity and Organizational Effectiveness.
• Be prepared to pray with and offer spiritual support to others.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Education Training And Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1 year of experience in related field required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
  
  

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Good listening skills
• Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow through until completion
• Ability to work under pressure, handle stressful situations, and maintain flexibility
• Completion of Trauma Informed Care training.
• Good observation skills of the environment and the people within it
• Self-motivated
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of internet and email.
• Ability to work with individuals of various socio-economic, ethnic, and racial populations.
• Ability to comply with personal and business requirements and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook.