Life Coach - South Metro Atlanta - MUST RESIDE IN AREA
Company: FaithBridge
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Life Coach – South Metro Atlanta
Counties DIVISION: Georgia REPORTS TO : Director of Youth
Opportunities SUPERVISION TO: YO Participants FLSA C LASSIFICATION:
Exempt JOB FUNCTION : FaithBridge Youth Opportunities is a program
assisting former foster and homeless youth to achieve their dreams
for the future through vocational training, financial assistance,
and supportive care. Youth Opportunities operates under FaithBridge
Foster Care, Georgia’s largest Christ-centered foster care agency
(a non-profit organization) located in metro Atlanta. At the heart
of the Youth Opportunities Program is the role of the Life Coach.
The Youth Opportunities Life Coach is our unique version of the
case management role serving youth who have aged out of foster care
or who may be homeless. A Life Coach works closely in support of
the needs of youth between the ages of 17 and 26 who are pursuing
their post-secondary education or vocational training. The Life
Coach assists in managing their intake and admission to FaithBridge
Youth Opportunities. The Life Coach walks alongside the youth as
they seek to enroll in school, obtain vocational training, seek
employment, gain necessary life skills, and begin to live life as a
successful adult. A Life Coach also is responsible for
administering and ensuring the youth’s monthly support needs are
met and documented in the appropriate data system. They help ensure
each youth’s safety and well-being through weekly meetings and
frequent check-ins with youth Life Coaches promote youth stability
through coaching, service coordination, spiritual guidance, and
crisis intervention. Life Coaches advocate for each youth’s best
interest by attending meetings related to the youth’s care or case.
Application REQUIREMENTS: Resume, Cover Letter and Statement of
Faith required to be considered for position. Prefer candidates who
live in the counties of youth caseload. Core Responsibilities and
Expectations o Maintains and abides by all FaithBridge policies and
procedures. o Advocates for the best interest of youth vocation and
education goals as well as their housing, well-being, and safety. o
Assess and ensures youth receive timely and appropriate services as
needed such as medical, dental, educational, mental health, social
and behavioral counseling. o Coordinates and assists youth with
transportation needs. o Monitors the need for and facilitates
discharge planning when appropriate. o Communicates with Youth
Opportunities team regarding progress and direction of case as
appropriate. o Supports a healthy relationship with the youth’s
prior foster family and birth family and other supportive adults. o
Knowledge of de-escalation techniques. Assists youth to manage
periodic disruptions in their plans and is sensitive to youth their
needs while in the community. o Assesses the impact of youth living
independently and provides necessary intervention and support as
needed. o Provide Christian support and Faith Based mentorship to
youth. o Utilizes clinical and consulting skills to provide
coaching and support to youth. o Ability to recognize a client for
self-harm/suicide/homicide risk and make appropriate referrals,
seek the support of the leadership team, and follow safety plans. o
Demonstrates a working knowledge of trauma and how that impacts
youth. o Assist youth in securing appropriate housing, employment,
and financial stability including effective budgeting including
increasing contributions to their savings account. o Responsible to
help approve reimbursement requests from youth related to their
living needs and provide necessary documentation to supervisor and
accounting department. o Communicate and collaborate with the
youth’s team members’ including those in the school, extended
foster care case managers, service providers, etc., in support of
their needs to support their progress on their goals. o
Demonstrates ability to navigate high stress situations and
conflict resolution using emotional and spiritual maturity. o
Completes required documentation, including service plans,
assessments, progress notes, financial reconciliations etc. within
the required timeframes. o Works in collaboration with church
partners and the Community of Care to meet the needs of the youth
in Youth Opportunities care. o Communicates with Ministry Team
Leaders when youth are placed, moved, have any incidents, or need
support or volunteers. EQUIPMENT USED: FaithBridge provided cell
phone and laptop, access to office printer/copier. It is expected
that staff utilize a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement.
QUALIFICATIONS : Education and Experience: Degree in Human Services
Field (i.e, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Science,
Counseling, Ministry/Theology, or other related degree). MA/MS
preferred. BA/BS required. Clinical Experience: Strong experience
working with youth over 18 with some clinical knowledge,
particularly in the areas of trauma, family-systems, substance
abuse and life skills. Strong coaching/counseling and crisis
intervention skills. Experience with the foster care system
preferred, minimum 2-3 years case management experience. Preferably
experience working with teens or young adults, DFCS is a plus.
Skill Requirements: Strong interpersonal skills, maturity and
sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients,
staff, and the communities in which we serve. Effective oral and
written communication skills. Ability to work within a team.
Ability to handle job related matters in a professional,
diplomatic, and confidential manner. Knowledge of community
resources and services. Ability to organize and execute
responsibilities in an independent manner. Knowledge of normal
business computer skills. Competent in the use of MS Word, Excel,
PowerPoint. Experience working with case management software
desired. Physical Requirements: Hearing and speaking ability which
allows for effective oral communication of information. Ability to
physically transport self and clients to various locations.
Physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related
issues and stress.
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