Life Coach/Peer Coach at the Lynnwood Jail

$52,000 - $54,080/Yr

Progress House Association - Lynnwood, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Lynnwood, WA

Social Assistance

About the position

Progress House Association (PHA) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Reentry Life Coaches/Peer Coaches to join our team. This role is critical in fostering personal development and community healing through the implementation of restorative practices and comprehensive, trauma-informed case management. The ideal candidate will have lived experience and a strong commitment to helping individuals transition smoothly from the Lynnwood Jail back into the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide support both pre- and post-release inside and outside the jail in the Lynnwood area.
• Foster personal development and guide participants through their reentry process.
• Utilize the Human Dignity Model, Restorative Circles, and the Wheel of Wellness in daily practices and interactions with participants.
• Develop tailored wellness plans that address physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental health needs.
• Conduct screenings and assessments using tools like CAIS, DAST-10, ACEs, PHQ-9, and GAD-7.
• Develop comprehensive, trauma-informed, and personalized case management plans and regularly update these plans based on ongoing assessments and participant progress.
• Facilitate connections to substance use and behavioral health treatment, housing referrals, employment assistance, and educational opportunities.
• Assist participants in obtaining and managing state healthcare coverage and encourage engagement with faith-based and community support networks.
• Participate in restorative circle training and assist in the preparation and facilitation of sessions.
• Conduct proactive recruitment sessions inside the jail and engage with correctional officers to identify potential participants.
• Actively involve community members in the project to ensure responsiveness and relevance.
• Find and build your clients list.

Requirements

• Experience in reentry support, case management, or related fields.
• Lived experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals transitioning from incarceration.
• Training or certification in restorative practices and trauma-informed care is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Ability to drive client participation and build client roster.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Bereavement leave
• Retirement plan