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.