Life Coach I - FLIP Peacekeeper (CVI Outreach)

Illinois Peace Project; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401K retirement plan

Job summary

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is hiring a Life Coach I for the FLIP Peacekeeper Program. You will work with high‑risk individuals to establish stable, pro-social lifestyles and navigate court involvement.

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will provide supportive services, document progress, and coordinate with partners to connect participants with housing, transportation, and community resources. A trauma‑informed approach and strong communication are essential to mentor participants and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum two years experience with high-risk individuals.
• Willingness to respond to crises around the clock.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with participants using trauma‑informed approaches.
• Provide resources and accountability to a caseload of 20+ participants.
• Complete intake and establish participant goals.
• Document progress and significant events in the database weekly.
• Assist participants with transportation to courts and community supports.
• Respond to crises and connect participants with housing and services.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Caseload management

Crisis response

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Driving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry basics

Job description

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is hiring a Life Coach I for the FLIP Peacekeeper Program. You will work with high‑risk individuals to establish stable, pro-social lifestyles and navigate court involvement.

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will provide supportive services, document progress, and coordinate with partners to connect participants with housing, transportation, and community resources. A trauma‑informed approach and strong communication are essential to mentor participants and