Residential Life Coach

Job description

Residential Life Coach

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.

Worksite address

wichita, KS, 67232, US

Who can apply

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