Life Coach

Narratives Life Coach

Job Description

Title: Life Coach – Embrace Pillar

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Executive Director

Direct Reports: None

Revision Date: March / 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

The Life Coach under the Embrace Pillar provides impactful individual and group life coaching

sessions to advance the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Narratives. In this role, you will

contribute insights to strategic decision-making, embody Narratives’ core values, and

collaborate closely with staff across programming, fundraising, marketing, and community

engagement. Exceptional service delivery to clients, donors, volunteers, and partners, along

with precise data management and clear communication, is crucial.

Starting Salary: $48,000

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are fundamental to this position but are not exhaustive. Additional

responsibilities may be assigned by Narratives’ Executive Director.

Program Facilitation

• Lead and facilitate established life coaching programs aligned with Narratives’ mission.

• Regularly assess client and community needs, collaborating with leadership to ensure

ongoing relevance and responsiveness.

• Manage scheduling, logistics, and session quality for both individual and group coaching

experiences.

• Implement data-driven evaluation methods to assess program effectiveness and

recommend improvements.

Life Coaching Services

• Provide personalized coaching sessions addressing mental health support, personal

development, and goal-setting.

• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting interactions, progress,

and coaching hours.

• Report any client concerns or incidents promptly to the Executive Director, adhering to

strict confidentiality and ethical guidelines.

• Ensure full compliance with safety, ethical, and confidentiality standards.

Fundraising & Organizational Support

• Collaborate on fundraising initiatives, donor cultivation, and special event planning with

the Executive Director and Board.

• Foster and maintain relationships with donors, corporate sponsors, and grant funders to

support the Embrace Pillar.

• Develop content highlighting life coaching program impacts for newsletters, marketing

materials, and social media.

Community Relations & Leadership

• Act as Narratives' ambassador at community events, mental health forums, and

networking engagements.

• Support cross-pillar collaboration and contribute to broader organizational initiatives.

• Uphold a positive public image and effectively communicate the value and impact of

Narratives’ life coaching services.

Administrative & Team Duties

• Attend and actively participate in staff, board, and organizational meetings as required.

• Monitor, manage, and report on life coaching program budgets.

• Update procedures and produce necessary documentation for staff, board, and

committee meetings.

• Occasional availability for evening/weekend events or outreach activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or a

closely related Human Services field.

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a direct service role (preferred).

Additional Requirements:

• Completion of DCFS criminal background check

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Possess an insured vehicle with a valid driver's license and a minimum of three years

driving experience.

• Transportation of clients to and from services as needed during working hours.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Proficiency in conflict resolution and mediation techniques.

• Strong documentation and data management skills.

• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards.

• Bilingual capabilities (preferred, but not required).

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.

• Experience conducting assessments and evaluations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Primarily indoor office setting with occasional travel required.

• Frequent sitting with moderate walking, standing, bending, or lifting (up to 25 lbs.).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have reviewed and understand the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations outlined in

this job description. I acknowledge that this document does not constitute an employment

contract, and employment with Narratives remains at-will.

Narratives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities

Act and applicable state regulations, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified

individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Rock Island, IL 61201 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rock Island, IL 61201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,000