Chicago Coach; Part Time - Finance, Education Well

Chicago Staff Coach (Part Time - Finance, Education, Employment & Well-Being)

Chicago

POSITION: LIFT Staff Coach (Part Time; Finance, Education, Employment & Well-Being)
LOCATION: Chicago
REPORTS TO: Program Manager, Coaching
TIME COMMITMENT: 25 hours/week
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)
HOURLY RATE: $22/hour

Build Futures. Find Balance. Belong Here.

Are you looking for a part-time position where your work directly uplifts families, your voice is valued, and your well-being matters? As a LIFT Staff Coach (Finance, Education, Employment & Well-Being), you will partner one-on-one with parents and caregivers (our LIFT members) to help them achieve their goals related to financial mobility, career growth, education, and overall well‑being.

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.

Flexible Hybrid Schedule
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We offer 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 Wednesdays weekly.

LIFT is on a mission to break the cycle of poverty by investing in parents. Through direct work with families, engaging technical assistance partnerships, and by advocating for policies that drive systemic change, we’re fighting poverty by lifting two generations at once.

Our team culture is rooted in deep respect for the parents we partner with and for each other. We’re looking for dedicated team members who share our vision that, in 25 years, LIFT is no longer needed because we have helped build a social service system grounded in Hope, Money, and Love, where all families can thrive. We’re guided by mission‑ and strategy‑aligned leadership grounded in kindness, curiosity, relationships, and a commitment to equity.

Equity‑Centered Culture
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Join a team deeply committed to racial equity and inclusion, where we live out our values of brilliance, diversity, relationships, social justice, and thriving environments. Your voice and identity are respected. Your lived expertise is an asset.

Ongoing Training & Development
: LIFT Staff Coaches are supported from day one through:

• A robust onboarding and coach training program
• Monthly coach cohort meetings for national learning and connection
• Access to ongoing training and organization‑wide learning sessions
• Regular check‑ins with skilled, empathetic managers committed to ensuring you succeed

Flexibility that Supports You
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With a hybrid, part‑time role, you have the flexibility to manage your schedule. We respect the need for balance and well‑being. We offer reliable hours and a schedule you can count on.

Meaningful, Member‑Led Work
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You’ll help members achieve goals that matter to them, supporting families in their journey toward long‑term financial stability and building thriving futures.

• 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

• Are passionate about social justice and community‑driven work
• Have work, volunteer, or internship experience with social services and/or want to apply your lived expertise to this role
• Believe in the power of relationships and member‑led goal‑setting
• Communicate with empathy and clarity
• Value flexibility and are adaptable to changing needs
• Are excited to learn and grow in a…