Success Coach

Casa Valentina, Inc. provides intensive life skills programming and safe, affordable housing to former foster care youth and other young people at risk of homelessness, ages 18–23, as they transition to independent living. Residents receive education support, daily living lessons, job preparedness, and financial literacy training, along with continued support after they leave housing. Casa Valentina also extends its life skills programming beyond its housing through the External Life Skills (ELS) program, which brings structured workshops to youth ages 13–23 at schools, group homes, and community partner sites across Miami-Dade County. This Success Coach position is part of the ELS team. Role Description This is a full-time, salaried Success Coach role on Casa Valentina’s External Life Skills (ELS) team, reporting to the ELS Program Manager. The Success Coach delivers engaging, structured life skills programming to youth ages 13–23 who are in or at risk of entering the foster care or homelessness systems. The role combines education, mentorship, and program coordination. Responsibilities include planning and facilitating interactive workshops at schools, group homes, and community partner sites using the Casa Valentina Life Skills curriculum and five domains of success; mentoring youth as they build skills for long-term independence; coordinating with schools, agencies, and community partners to schedule programming; administering participant assessments; and maintaining accurate, audit-ready attendance and program records. The Success Coach also prepares timely reports to support grant compliance, participates in staff and partner meetings, and supports organizational events as needed. Work is in person at partner sites across Miami-Dade, with the option to work from our Coconut Grove or Downtown offices. Staff have one fully virtual day per week and may work from home on days when traveling to partner sites. Salary and Benefits $50,000–$60,000, depending on experience. Paid health insurance, paid time off, sick days, and personal days. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, Public Health, or a related field, with 3–5 years of relevant experience; Master’s degree preferred Experience working with diverse populations between the ages of 13–23 Ability to develop clear lesson plans and facilitate workshops in a structured, organized, and professional manner in a classroom setting Understanding of the behavioral, developmental, physical, and emotional needs of youth involved in the child welfare and foster care systems Experience with grant-funded programs, including documentation, data tracking, and reporting Familiarity with Miami-Dade community partners such as DCF and its agencies, homeless shelters, MDCPS, and MDC, and the ability to work collaboratively with partner agency staff Strong communication skills, including clear verbal and written abilities and active listening Willingness and ability to work flexible hours A vehicle and valid Florida driver's license, and willingness to transport clients throughout Miami-Dade County (as permitted by insurance and grant requirements) Must pass a drug test and Level II background check #J-18808-Ljbffr Casa Valentina, Inc.