Residential Life Coach
LIF Inc
Location
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Salary
$20 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide mentorship, guidance, and daily support to adolescent males in a residential group home to help them develop life skills and achieve personal goals. Maintain home structure and routines while assisting residents with academic, employment, and community involvement.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Experience in behavioral health, social services, or residential care with adolescents is preferred.
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.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Supplemental Insurance
- PTO