Residential Life Coach

LIF Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401K

PTO

Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

LIF Inc. is seeking a Residential Life Coach to mentor adolescent males in a residential group home setting. You will help residents develop life skills, achieve personal goals, maintain accountability, and build healthy relationships in a structured environment.

The role emphasizes being a positive role model who supports youth in overcoming challenges and preparing for independent living, with a full-time schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with adolescents, behavioral health, education, residential care, social services, coaching, or related fields preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise residents and maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily structure, routines, and behavioral expectations within the home.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for residents.
• Support residents in achieving academic, employment, and personal goals.
• Assist residents with developing life skills including communication, problem-solving, time management, budgeting, and responsibility.
• Provide transportation and support for school, employment, recreational activities, and community involvement.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Role modeling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Residential Life Coach

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Life Coach to provide mentorship, guidance, and daily support to adolescent males living in a residential group home setting. This position focuses on helping residents develop life skills, achieve personal goals, maintain accountability, and build healthy relationships while living in a structured environment.

The ideal candidate is a positive role model who is passionate about helping youth overcome challenges, build confidence, and prepare for successful independent living.

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Schedule determined based on program needs
• May include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain daily structure, routines, and behavioral expectations within the home
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for residents
• Support residents in achieving academic, employment, and personal goals
• Assist residents with developing life skills including communication, problem-solving, time management, budgeting, and responsibility
• Provide transportation and support for school, employment, recreational activities, and community involvement as assigned
• Build positive and professional relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries and accountability
• Monitor resident behavior, progress, and participation in programming
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary
• Encourage healthy decision-making, personal growth, and accountability
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding resident needs and concerns
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming living environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with adolescents, behavioral health, education, residential care, social services, coaching, or related fields preferred
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required
• Ability to maintain professionalism in high-stress situations
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to serve as a positive mentor and role model for youth

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to actively supervise residents in a residential setting, respond quickly in emergency or crisis situations, and safely perform duties that may involve standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting with behavioral interventions when necessary.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and self-motivated
• Calm under pressure
• A positive role model for youth
• Compassionate and encouraging
• Organized and consistent
• Passionate about helping adolescents succeed
• Comfortable holding youth accountable while providing support and encouragement

Benefits

Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, PTO, and optional Supplemental Insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.