Jobs · Management · Illinois

LIFT, Inc.: Staff Coach: Spanish Proficiency Required (Part Time - Finance, Education, Employment & Well-Being)

Helios HR · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
HybridManagement$22/hrPart-time

About the role

This is more than a part-time job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team that values equity, inclusion, and the power of lived experience. LIFT Coaches work in a supportive, learning-oriented environment where everyone contributes to building a stronger, more equitable future.

Responsibilities

  • Create a warm, inclusive, and welcoming environment for members and their families
  • Build trusted coaching relationships with 26–32 parents/caregivers
  • Guide members through goal setting, action planning, and progress monitoring
  • Conduct follow-up research to support members' goals
  • Connect members with relevant community resources and services
  • Help recruit and retain members through outreach and regular communication
  • Participate in regular team and All-Staff meetings
  • Provide valuable input to improve LIFT’s coaching model, technical assistance, and policy work
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure member confidentiality
  • Support one-time member needs or projects as needed

Requirements

  • Spanish proficiency - required
  • Passionate about social justice and community-driven work
  • Work, volunteer, or internship experience with social services
  • Believe in the power of relationships and member-led goal-setting
  • Communicate with empathy and clarity
  • Value flexibility and are adaptable to changing needs
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Commitment to LIFT’s mission and values

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Experience: Experience working with families and communities in social services or related fields
  • Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to build trust and rapport, and proficiency in Spanish

Benefits

  • Paid wellness weeks
  • Generous paid-time-off (2.5 weeks)
  • 1 personal day
  • 13 paid holidays, pro-rated
  • 403b participation eligibility within the first month, up to 5% match after 1st year

Pay

$22/hour

Schedule

A flexible, hybrid schedule generally up to 2 days/week in the office to meet with members and colleagues, and to participate in events. Must be able to meet in person on Wednesday’s weekly.

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