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Life skills coach

Job in St. John's, St. Johns, Newfoundland / NL, Canada
Listing for: Stella's Circle
Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Mental Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: St. John's

Overview

Languages:

English

Education

College/CEGEP

or equivalent experience

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

Corrections

Soci o-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Services for the homeless

Work setting

Group home

Community agency

Drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre

Mental health institution, facility or clinic

Responsibilities

Interview inmates to assess adjustment problems

Administrative and office activities

Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services

Assess offenders' prospects for successful reintegration into the community

Perform administrative tasks

Plan rehabilitation programs with offenders, establishing rules of conduct, goals and objectives

Implement life skills workshops

Refer offenders to community and social services programs

Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs

Conduct follow-up assessments

Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community

Housekeeping activities

Food preparation

Provide suicide and crisis intervention

Resolve conflict situations

Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses

Assist offenders in pre-release and release planning

Implement substance abuse treatment programs

Conduct individual and group counselling sessions

Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients

Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research

Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs

Assist clients/guests with special needs

Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Mental health first aid Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization
Target audience

Culturally diverse groups

Females

Males

Persons with mental health disabilities

Street population

Computer and technology knowledge

Electronic mail

MS Office

Area of work experience

Community service organization

Additional information
Security and safety

Enhanced reliability security clearance

Criminal record check

Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

Own transportation

Vehicle supplied by employer

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Ability to work independently

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Physically demanding

Tight deadlines

Attention to detail

Large workload

Weight handling

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

Accurate

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal awareness

Judgement

Values and ethics

Client focus

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Team player

Organized

Benefits

Health benefits:

Dental plan

Health benefits:

Disability benefits

Health benefits:

Health care plan

Health benefits:

Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits:

As per collective agreement

Financial benefits:

Group insurance benefits

Financial benefits:

Life insurance

Financial benefits:

Mileage paid

Financial benefits:

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits:
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other Benefits:
Learning/training paid by employer

Other Benefits:
Other benefits

Other Benefits:
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Other Benefits:
Team building opportunities

Other Benefits:
Wellness program

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