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Work Coach jobs are open across workforce development agencies, nonprofit social services, and government employment programs, at every level from entry-level coach to senior program manager, with specializations in career counseling, job readiness training, and vocational rehabilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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College Work Study Financial Coach
Harry Truman Campus – Financial Aid Office
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Student Financial Aid Advisor in performing outreach activities, such as Resource Fairs, financial literacy, Financial Aid events and or campus related events.
- Assist students with project go related duties.
- Assist in the completion of financial aid applications and public benefits processes.
- Peer Financial Counselors are expected to become adept at learning and understanding financial aid programs and public benefit options, which may be available to meet a wide range of student needs.
- Peer Financial Counselor will also serve any community members looking to get information on applying for financial aid or wrap around services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- GPA of 2.0
- Consistently maintain 6 credit hours each semester;
- Enrolled in a degree program
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress;
- Adhere to college’s confidentiality policy;
- Successfully pass background/drug screening;
- Above average skills in: Interacting with people; assisting with online applications, and
researching information
- Excellent skills in: Making students feel comfortable about discussing personal, private
Information
- Ability to prioritize student service experiences
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
- Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
- Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit semester hours
- Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
- Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
- Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
- Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
- All positions are “employment at-will”
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
- Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago
- Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to relate to students from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
The salary is: $19.00/hour.
The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.
City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
College Work Study Financial Coach
Harry Truman Campus – Financial Aid Office
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Student Financial Aid Advisor in performing outreach activities, such as Resource Fairs, financial literacy, Financial Aid events and or campus related events.
- Assist students with project go related duties.
- Assist in the completion of financial aid applications and public benefits processes.
- Peer Financial Counselors are expected to become adept at learning and understanding financial aid programs and public benefit options, which may be available to meet a wide range of student needs.
- Peer Financial Counselor will also serve any community members looking to get information on applying for financial aid or wrap around services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- GPA of 2.0
- Consistently maintain 6 credit hours each semester;
- Enrolled in a degree program
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress;
- Adhere to college’s confidentiality policy;
- Successfully pass background/drug screening;
- Above average skills in: Interacting with people; assisting with online applications, and
researching information
- Excellent skills in: Making students feel comfortable about discussing personal, private
Information
- Ability to prioritize student service experiences
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
- Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
- Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit semester hours
- Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
- Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
- Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
- Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
- All positions are “employment at-will”
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
- Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago
- Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to relate to students from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
The salary is: $19.00/hour.
The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.
City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in work coach jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, human services, or a related field
- Experience conducting one-on-one career assessments and developing individualized employment plans
- Proficiency with case management software and tracking client progress toward employment goals
- Knowledge of local labor market conditions, employer partnerships, and job placement resources
- Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP) or similar coaching credential preferred
- Ability to serve diverse populations including individuals with barriers to employment
Tips for Your Work Coach Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Workforce development nonprofits, state employment agencies, and private career centers each use different language for the same work. Mirror the posting's terminology, 'job seeker engagement' or 'career pathway planning', so your resume clears the ATS screening before a human reads it.
Highlight caseload and outcome metrics
Work coach postings almost always ask for evidence of measurable impact. Cite the number of clients you supported per month and the placement or certification rates you helped achieve, even if those figures come from a volunteer or internship role.
Earn a recognized coaching certification early
Credentials like the Certified Career Services Provider or Certified Employment Support Professional signal competency to hiring managers who can't observe your coaching style directly. Many state agencies rank certified candidates ahead of equally experienced uncertified applicants.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists work coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a client scenario for the interview
Most work coach interviews include a situational question about a resistant or hard-to-place job seeker. Walk in with a real or composite example covering the barrier, your intervention, and the outcome, interviewers remember specifics far longer than abstract descriptions of your approach.
Negotiate for professional development time
Many work coach roles offer limited formal raises but do have room for added training budgets or reduced caseloads in exchange for taking on new program responsibilities. Raise this in the offer stage rather than after you start, when it carries far more leverage.
Work Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most work coachs?
Glendale Community College, VARC, and Lumata Health are hiring the most work coachs right now, with openings concentrated in Arizona, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at workforce development boards, state labor agencies, and nonprofit reentry programs.
How many work coach jobs are remote?
About 25% of work coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements most common in digital career coaching, online job readiness programs, and virtual workforce development platforms. Roles tied to in-person case management at American Job Centers or reentry facilities are almost always on-site.
How do you become a work coach?
Start with a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, human services, or psychology. Gain direct experience through internships or entry-level roles at workforce development agencies, nonprofits, or career centers where you support job seekers with assessments and employment plans. Earning a recognized coaching credential strengthens your candidacy, and building familiarity with case management tools and local labor market resources accelerates your path to full-time roles.
Can you get hired as a work coach without experience?
Yes, entry-level work coach positions exist, especially at nonprofits and government workforce programs that invest in training new staff. Volunteer work, AmeriCorps service, or peer support roles that involved guiding others toward goals all count as relevant experience. Emphasize transferable skills like active listening, goal-setting, and case documentation, and apply to roles that explicitly list 'entry-level' or 'will train' in the posting.
What does the work coach interview process look like?
Most employers conduct a phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video interviews. Expect behavioral questions focused on how you handled a resistant client, managed a heavy caseload, or helped someone overcome a specific barrier to employment. Some organizations include a role-play exercise where you demonstrate a brief coaching or intake session, so practice walking through an assessment and goal-setting conversation before you arrive.
Where can I find and apply to work coach jobs?
You can find and apply to work coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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