Life Coach HYT

Helping Advance and Nurture the Development of You; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HANDY, Inc. is seeking a motivated Life Coach to empower youth, foster independence, and help them transition to adulthood. You will mentor, advocate, and guide youth through education, employment, housing, and independent living skills.

Responsibilities include coaching a caseload of 18–25 youth, developing action plans, coordinating services, and engaging with families and community partners to support positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• 3–5 years of youth experience.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Excellent documentation and organizational abilities.
• Ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized coaching, mentorship, and case management to a caseload of 18–25 youth.
• Help youth develop independent living skills, including budgeting and problem-solving.
• Assist with academic planning and accessing resources to support education.
• Guide youth through employment readiness, job searches, and interview prep.
• Assist youth in securing housing and navigating independent living transitions.
• Assess needs, develop action plans, and coordinate referrals to services.
• Offer guidance to youth and caregivers during crises and challenging times.
• Conduct home/school/community visits to monitor progress and provide support.
• Maintain accurate case notes, assessments, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with partners, families, and stakeholders to support youth development.
• Transport youth to appointments and activities as needed.
• Participate in program meetings and occasional after-hours events.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Relationship-building

Case management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Description

HANDY, Inc. is seeking a motivated, and dedicated Life Coach to join our team. This role is ideal for a professional who is passionate about empowering young people, fostering independence, and helping youth successfully transition into adulthood.

The Life Coach serves as a mentor, advocate, and resource for youth, providing individualized guidance and support in areas such as education, employment, housing, financial literacy, and independent living skills. Through hands-on coaching, case management, and community engagement, this position helps young people overcome challenges, achieve personal goals, and build a foundation for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized coaching, mentorship, and case management services to a caseload of approximately 18-25 youth.
• Help youth develop essential independent living skills, including budgeting, problem-solving, and accessing community resources.
• Support educational advancement by assisting with academic planning, identifying challenges, and coordinating appropriate resources.
• Guide youth through employment readiness, career exploration, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Assist youth in securing and maintaining safe, affordable housing and navigating the transition to independent living.
• Assess individual needs, develop action plans, and coordinate referrals to internal and external support services.
• Provide guidance and support to youth and caregivers during challenging situations or times of crisis.
• Conduct home visits, school visits, and community-based activities to monitor progress and provide ongoing support.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, assessments, attendance records, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with community partners, service providers, families, and other stakeholders to support youth development.
• Transport youth to appointments, interviews, and program activities as needed.
• Actively participate in program activities, staff meetings, training sessions, and occasional evening or weekend events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with relevant education or equivalent work experience in Social Work or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience working with youth.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to assess individual needs, develop action plans, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex or sensitive situations with professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professional ethics, and HANDY's mission.
• Flexibility to work a 40-hour schedule that may include evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel locally and transport youth as required.