LIFT Coach
Quick answer
LIFT is hiring a hybrid 12-month practicum and summer intern Coach to provide one-on-one financial and career coaching to parents, with summer compensation at $22/hour.
- Role
- LIFT Coach
- Organization
- LIFT
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $500-$550 stipend per academic term plus $22 per hour for a 15-week summer internship.
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
LIFT is seeking a Coach for a 12-month practicum and internship opportunity focused on breaking the cycle of poverty. The role involves providing one-on-one coaching to parents to support their economic mobility through goal setting, financial planning, and resource connection. Coaches will manage a caseload of 10-20 parents while participating in team debriefs and program development. This position offers a combination of a stipend-based academic practicum and a paid summer internship.
What you'll do
- Facilitate one-on-one coaching relationships with 10-20 parents.
- Support parent recruitment and retention efforts.
- Maintain accurate records in an online case management system.
- Conduct research on resources to assist parents in reaching their goals.
- Participate in daily staff debriefs to provide feedback on program effectiveness.
What it takes
- Commitment to LIFT’s mission of combating intergenerational poverty.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing environments.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Practical experience in both macro and micro social work, professional development via daily staff debriefs, and direct impact on community economic mobility.
Frequently asked questions
What is the structure of this role?
This is a 12-month engagement that combines an academic term practicum (16-24 hours/week) with a 15-week summer internship.
How is the LIFT Coach compensated?
Coaches receive a $500-$550 stipend for the fall and spring terms, and are paid $22 per hour during the 15-week summer internship.
What are the key qualifications for the role?
Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to working with diverse families and community partners.
Is Spanish proficiency required?
Spanish proficiency is not mandatory but is preferred for communicating with the diverse population served by LIFT.
How to apply
Apply directly on LIFT's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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