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At Wellpoint Care Network, our mission is to facilitate equity, learning, healing, and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive.
Every person deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. It’s part of human nature, and the promise of our country, that everyone be given a fair chance to be and do their best. Yet, many in our community live with unresolved childhood and generational trauma.
That’s where we come in. We believe we can create a world where children and families have a clearer path to their fullest potential. Wellpoint Care Network has championed the restoration of families for nearly 175 years.
Job Purpose:
The Parent Education Coach is responsible for implementing structured, evidence-based parenting education and interventions utilizing the Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) and/or other evidence-based curriculum. This position provides practical education, coaching, and skill development to parents and caregivers to strengthen child-specific parenting abilities, improve parent-child relationships, and promote positive behavioral outcomes. The coach delivers curriculum-based individual, group, virtual, and in-person education; guides families through real-life parenting situations; models effective strategies; and helps caregivers practice and apply new skills. Services are solution-focused, goal-oriented, and time-limited, with clear learning objectives, progress monitoring, and planned program completion. The position serves families within CCS in Washington County and requires travel throughout the county to deliver parenting education and Triple P coaching. Sessions may take place in family homes, community locations, or the office, with remote work and virtual sessions as appropriate to the hybrid role.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related human service field required.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and caregivers preferred.
- Training in Triple P or willingness to complete required Triple P training and/or other evidence based training and accreditation.
- Knowledge of child development, positive parenting strategies, behavioral interventions, and adult learning principles.
- Ability to facilitate structured parent education, coach caregivers through parenting situations, and demonstrate practical skills.
- Strong communication, organization, documentation, and group facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain professional boundaries.
- Proficient in the usage of computer software; demonstrate an understanding of computer file systems and computer software packages, e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Teams, ADP, etc.
- Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines; Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Physical exam, drug screen, motor vehicle report, and background checks are required for this position.
- Valid WI Driver’s License required with an acceptable driver’s record.
- Travel to home visits, schools, courts/government buildings, health provider offices, etc.
- Out-of-state travel may be necessary in the course of your work.
- Attend on-site supervision, team meetings, mail pick-up, mandatory in-office days, and conduct on-site learning throughout the state.
- Travel to and from family homes throughout Washington County to provide parent education and coaching.
- Conduct sessions in family homes, community settings, and the office, as scheduled.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Triple P Curriculum Implementation and Program Development
- Implement and maintain structured parenting education materials aligned with Triple P programming.
- Prepare session plans, module materials, and educational activities appropriate to participating families.
- Maintain required Triple P training and apply curriculum consistently within program guidelines.
Direct Parent Education, Coaching, and Intervention
- Deliver individual and group parenting education in person and virtually using Triple P principles and modules.
- Teach and model positive parenting strategies, effective communication, behavior management, and developmentally appropriate expectations.
- Coach caregivers through real-life parenting challenges and support practice of skills between sessions.
- Establish clear learning goals, structured module timelines, and expectations for participation and completion.
- Use solution-focused, time-limited interventions that build caregiver confidence and independence.
- Travel throughout Washington County and provide Triple P-based coaching and parenting education in homes, community settings, and the office, as appropriate.
Parent Engagement and Collaborative Planning
- Engage parents and caregivers in identifying parenting concerns, strengths, and education goals.
- Coordinate educational interventions with relevant treatment or service teams, as appropriate.
- Support parents in applying strategies consistently across home and community environments.
- Review progress and prepare families for successful completion and transition from coaching.
Documentation and Outcome Monitoring
- Document attendance, curriculum/modules completed, strategies taught, coaching interventions, and caregiver progress in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with program and agency requirements.
- Track learning objectives, participation, and program outcomes to support continuous improvement.
Organizational Information:
We believe there is a better way. So, we have anchored ourselves in our 175 years of caring for our neighbors through modernized human services.
Wellpoint Care Network provides a rich continuum of services, including:
- Child Welfare and Foster Care
- Support for youth who have aged out of care
- Mental health therapy and supports such as our Clinic, Family Preservation, Caregiver Support, and Integrated Community Treatment
- Professional education and clinical consultation (for organizations, schools, and individual/family)
Interested parties please apply online: website www.wellpointcare.org.
At Wellpoint Care Network, our mission is to facilitate equity, learning, healing, and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive.
Every person deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. It’s part of human nature, and the promise of our country, that everyone be given a fair chance to be and do their best. Yet, many in our community live with unresolved childhood and generational trauma.
That’s where we come in. We believe we can create a world where children and families have a clearer path to their fullest potential. Wellpoint Care Network has championed the restoration of families for nearly 175 years.
Job Purpose:
The Parent Education Coach is responsible for implementing structured, evidence-based parenting education and interventions utilizing the Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) and/or other evidence-based curriculum. This position provides practical education, coaching, and skill development to parents and caregivers to strengthen child-specific parenting abilities, improve parent-child relationships, and promote positive behavioral outcomes. The coach delivers curriculum-based individual, group, virtual, and in-person education; guides families through real-life parenting situations; models effective strategies; and helps caregivers practice and apply new skills. Services are solution-focused, goal-oriented, and time-limited, with clear learning objectives, progress monitoring, and planned program completion. The position serves families within CCS in Washington County and requires travel throughout the county to deliver parenting education and Triple P coaching. Sessions may take place in family homes, community locations, or the office, with remote work and virtual sessions as appropriate to the hybrid role.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related human service field required.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and caregivers preferred.
- Training in Triple P or willingness to complete required Triple P training and/or other evidence based training and accreditation.
- Knowledge of child development, positive parenting strategies, behavioral interventions, and adult learning principles.
- Ability to facilitate structured parent education, coach caregivers through parenting situations, and demonstrate practical skills.
- Strong communication, organization, documentation, and group facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain professional boundaries.
- Proficient in the usage of computer software; demonstrate an understanding of computer file systems and computer software packages, e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Teams, ADP, etc.
- Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines; Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Physical exam, drug screen, motor vehicle report, and background checks are required for this position.
- Valid WI Driver’s License required with an acceptable driver’s record.
- Travel to home visits, schools, courts/government buildings, health provider offices, etc.
- Out-of-state travel may be necessary in the course of your work.
- Attend on-site supervision, team meetings, mail pick-up, mandatory in-office days, and conduct on-site learning throughout the state.
- Travel to and from family homes throughout Washington County to provide parent education and coaching.
- Conduct sessions in family homes, community settings, and the office, as scheduled.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Triple P Curriculum Implementation and Program Development
- Implement and maintain structured parenting education materials aligned with Triple P programming.
- Prepare session plans, module materials, and educational activities appropriate to participating families.
- Maintain required Triple P training and apply curriculum consistently within program guidelines.
Direct Parent Education, Coaching, and Intervention
- Deliver individual and group parenting education in person and virtually using Triple P principles and modules.
- Teach and model positive parenting strategies, effective communication, behavior management, and developmentally appropriate expectations.
- Coach caregivers through real-life parenting challenges and support practice of skills between sessions.
- Establish clear learning goals, structured module timelines, and expectations for participation and completion.
- Use solution-focused, time-limited interventions that build caregiver confidence and independence.
- Travel throughout Washington County and provide Triple P-based coaching and parenting education in homes, community settings, and the office, as appropriate.
Parent Engagement and Collaborative Planning
- Engage parents and caregivers in identifying parenting concerns, strengths, and education goals.
- Coordinate educational interventions with relevant treatment or service teams, as appropriate.
- Support parents in applying strategies consistently across home and community environments.
- Review progress and prepare families for successful completion and transition from coaching.
Documentation and Outcome Monitoring
- Document attendance, curriculum/modules completed, strategies taught, coaching interventions, and caregiver progress in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with program and agency requirements.
- Track learning objectives, participation, and program outcomes to support continuous improvement.
Organizational Information:
We believe there is a better way. So, we have anchored ourselves in our 175 years of caring for our neighbors through modernized human services.
Wellpoint Care Network provides a rich continuum of services, including:
- Child Welfare and Foster Care
- Support for youth who have aged out of care
- Mental health therapy and supports such as our Clinic, Family Preservation, Caregiver Support, and Integrated Community Treatment
- Professional education and clinical consultation (for organizations, schools, and individual/family)
Interested parties please apply online: website www.wellpointcare.org.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in parent coach jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience facilitating individual or group parent coaching sessions
- Knowledge of child development stages and evidence-based parenting frameworks
- Certification in a recognized parent coaching or family support methodology
- Strong active listening and motivational interviewing skills
- Proficiency with case management software and electronic documentation systems
Tips for Your Parent Coach Job Search
Tailor your resume to coaching frameworks
Name the specific parent coaching models you use, such as Positive Discipline, Circle of Security, or Gottman-based approaches. Hiring managers scan for methodology fluency, so listing vague 'coaching experience' undersells your actual training and practice.
List certifications before your degree
Many parent coach job listings weight credentials like the Parent Effectiveness Training certification or ICF coaching credentials more heavily than a generalist degree. Put your certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so reviewers spot them immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists parent coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by population served
Parent coach roles differ sharply by client group, whether that is new parents, families of children with special needs, or adolescents in crisis. Filter your search by that focus area so your cover letter can speak directly to that employer's specific parent population.
Prepare a client scenario for your interview
Interviewers for parent coach positions almost always ask you to walk through a real or hypothetical coaching case. Prepare two or three brief scenarios in advance that show your intake process, your goal-setting approach, and how you handle resistance or setbacks from a parent client.
Negotiate scope before discussing hours
Parent coach offers often come with ambiguous caseload expectations. Before accepting any offer, clarify the expected number of active families, session frequency, and documentation requirements, because these factors determine your actual workload far more than the hourly rate alone.
Parent Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most parent coachs?
The companies hiring the most parent coachs right now include Timeout Behavior Coaching, Wonder: A Confident Living Company, and Safe Horizon, with the largest share of openings in Minnesota, Ohio, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit family service organizations and early intervention programs account for a significant portion of active postings.
How many parent coach jobs are remote?
About 63% of parent coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the widespread adoption of telehealth and virtual coaching platforms across the field. Roles focused on individual parent coaching sessions and psychoeducation groups tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to in-person home visiting or school-based programs require on-site presence.
How do you become a parent coach?
Start with a foundation in human development, social work, counseling, or early childhood education, then complete a recognized parent coaching certification program to build formal methodology. Accumulate direct hours working with families through practicum placements, nonprofit programs, or community agencies. Build a portfolio of client outcomes and document the specific frameworks you apply, since employers consistently ask for evidence of both training and practical results.
Can I get hired as a parent coach with little or no experience?
Entry-level parent coach roles do exist, particularly at nonprofit family resource centers, home visiting programs, and early intervention agencies that provide structured training. Your strongest path in with limited experience is to volunteer or intern with a family support organization, pursue a recognized certification, and lead a small parent group or workshop you can reference in interviews. Employers at this level value commitment to the population served over years of paid experience.
What does the parent coach interview process look like?
Most parent coach hiring processes include an initial phone screen focused on your background and philosophy, followed by a panel or in-person interview where you are asked to walk through a coaching scenario or case example. Some employers add a practical component, such as a mock session or a written case response. References from supervisors or colleagues who can speak to your work directly with parents are almost always required before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to parent coach jobs?
You can find and apply to parent coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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