Life Coach HYT

HANDY Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

HANDY Inc. is seeking a dedicated Life Coach to empower youth with education, employment readiness, housing access, and independent living skills. You will mentor and advocate for youth, coordinating services and community resources to build long-term independence.

The role involves hands-on coaching, case management, and community engagement to support youth in overcoming challenges and achieving personal goals. Evening/weekend availability and local travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Social Work or 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 needs, develop action plans, and manage priorities.
• Flexibility to work a 40-hour schedule including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual coaching, mentorship, and case management to a caseload of 18–25 youth.
• Help youth develop independent living skills like budgeting and problem-solving.
• Assist with academic planning and accessing educational resources.
• Guide youth in employment readiness, job searches, and interview prep.
• Support housing navigation and transition to independent living.
• Develop action plans and coordinate referrals to support services.
• Offer guidance to youth and caregivers during crises.
• Conduct home and school visits to monitor progress and provide support.
• Maintain case notes, assessments, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with families and community partners to support youth.
• Transport youth to appointments and program activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Mentoring

Relationship-building

Time management

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.

Requirements

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.