Family Coach

Description

Job Title: Family Coach
Location: On-Site - Flint Mercy House
Reports to: Transitional Housing Team Lead - Flint
Position Type: Part-time | Hourly

Accepting applications until April 23, 2026.

Wellspring Lutheran Services is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Family Coach to join our Mercy House program in Flint. In this position, you'll be directly supporting your community in Genesee county.

Responsibilities

• Guide resident interactions to promote positive, respectful relationships and establishing a climate in which the residents feel safe and secure. Communicate, engage, and positively interact with residents throughout the shift. 

• Ensure families are complying with program guidelines and procedures. Redirect behavior patiently, consistently, and in accordance with agency practices. 

• Provide teaching and role modeling related to daily living skills. This includes meal preparation, room cleaning, laundry, hygiene, and age-appropriate parenting skills.

• Prepare required written reports regarding resident activity; Complete all agency logs and incident reports in a timely manner.

• Assess family’s needs and offer assistance in every manner practical. 

• Monitors family’s behavior. Follows all policies and procedures of the organization. Review policy & guidelines with clients at time of entrance. 

• Prepare rooms for families. Facilitates sleeping arrangements and storage of personal items.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, preferred.

• Experience working with children and families experiencing homelessness.

• Reliable, responsible, and compassionate approach to supporting families.

• Strong conflict management and escalation skills.

Schedule and Compensation

• Employment Type: Part-time, 16-24 hours per week

• Schedule: Afternoon Shift

• Weekends/On-Call: Weekend availability as needed. Assistance with the on-call schedule, required.

• Pay rate: $16.83 per hour based off experience

Benefits

• DailyPay – access your earned wages anytime

• Wellspring Supportlinc - employee assistance program

• Clinical supervision and professional development support

• Collaborative and caring team environment

• Meaningful work that strengthens families and supports long-term stability

Location

Mercy House - Flint
2210 North Franklin Ave.,
Flint, MI 48506

Join Wellspring to use your skills and compassion to make a difference in the lives of families in Genesee County. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to serving families in the community.

Full Job Description available during the interview.