Life Skills Coach: South Campus | Full-Time 1st Shift| Grand Rapids, MI

Make a real impact—help someone build independence while building a career, you’re proud of.

The Life Skills Coach plays a vital role at Hope Network by helping individuals develop the skills, confidence, and connections needed to live more independent and fulfilling lives. Working in home, community, and facility-based environments, Life Skills Coaches provide hands-on support with daily living, community participation, relationship building, and personal goal achievement. This rewarding role empowers individuals to grow their independence, strengthen community involvement, and reach their full potential.

What You’ll Do

• Encourage positive relationship building
• Transportation and Participation in Community Activities
• Personal Care/Assistance with Activities of Daily Living
• Provide Community Living Supports (CLS) in a variety of settings; community, in consumers home, and facility based
• Role modeling and training appropriate behavior and skills to the person served to help them achieve their highest level of independence

What We’re Looking For

• A caring and dependable person who enjoys helping others
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
• Someone who can stay calm and supportive during challenging situations
• A commitment to treating every person with respect and compassion

What You Bring

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with people with disabilities, mental health needs, or caregiving experience

Required:

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, including weekends
• Ability to pass required background checks

Top Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance (may vary based on job status)
• Virtual Concierge Medical Services
• 403(b) retirement with company match (up to 3%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid training + career growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health + support)
• Company-paid life insurance

Why Hope Network

Not your average job. Not your average impact.

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.

Apply today and start making a difference.

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