Nashville, TN-based Independent Living Coach

Be the Steady Presence That Helps a Young Adult Build Their Future

Nashville TN Full-Time Non-Exempt 2nd Shift: TuesdaySaturday 3:00 PM11:00 PM Starts at $19.50 / hour

The Opportunity

Our Independent Living program provides transitional housing and intensive support for young adults aging out of state custody helping them build the skills confidence and stability they need to live independently and thrive.

Of all the staff at Monroe Harding Independent Living Coaches spend the most time with our young adults. You are the steady anchor the group leader and the calm in the storm during moments of crisis or disruption. We are seeking an experienced adult who understands the dynamics of working with groups of young people knows how to maintain clear boundaries and brings the patience and confidence needed to turn chaotic moments into learning opportunities.

This is a 2nd shift position Tuesday through Saturday 3:00pm to 11:00pm. You wont sit behind a desk. You will be in the houses in the kitchen and in the daily flow managing group dynamics coaching life skills and showing up with consistency for youth who havent always had someone in their corner.

What Youll Do

Daily Coaching & Life Skills

Facilitate daily life skills conversations and group activities covering budgeting cooking employment safety decision-making and peer relationships.

Guide young adults through meal planning grocery shopping cooking and maintaining a clean structured household.

Assist with medication management and coach young adults toward self-sufficiency in managing their health.

Support employment goals in partnership with Monroe Hardings Employment Coordinator.

Residential Leadership & Disruption Management

Maintain order positive norms and structure across residential properties while managing group dynamics.

Address behavioral disruptions using trauma-informed de-escalation natural consequences and Handle With Care techniques.

Conduct property safety and security checks each shift to ensure a safe environment for all residents.

Prepare rooms for incoming residents and orient new youth to program routines and expectations.

Relationship & Community

Build genuine trusting relationships with young adults applying a what happened to them lens rather than a punitive response.

Model emotional regulation self-awareness and constructive conflict resolution during high-stress interactions.

Create a monthly calendar of activities and support family or community engagement opportunities.

Documentation & Compliance

Complete accurate timely daily documentation and behavioral incident reports.

Maintain compliance with COA DCS Licensing Standards and regulatory requirements.

What Were Looking For

The right candidate for this role brings life experience and a proven ability to lead and guide groups of young adults. We are looking for someone who:

Has experience managing or leading larger groups of young adults (in residential group home youth development or similar settings).

Is comfortable navigating disruption emotional outbursts or conflict with a calm grounded and authoritative presence.

Views behavior through a trauma-informed lens seeking to understand before reacting.

Holds firm consistent boundaries while maintaining warmth humor and empathy.

Celebrates small steps of progress and refuses to give up on a young person.

Qualifications:

Relevant experience working with supervising or mentoring groups of adolescents or young adults (residential or behavioral health experience highly preferred).

Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and direct life/work experience.

Valid Tennessee Drivers License.

Ability to complete 40 hours of orientation training (including Handle With Care / CPR).

Compensation & Benefits

$19.50 per hour

Health Dental and Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid ongoing professional development and certification training

Schedule: TuesdaySaturday 3:00pm11:00pm

Who We Are

Since 1893 Monroe Harding has stood alongside Nashvilles most vulnerable young people. Over 130 years and more than 16000 lives later our mission remains: to be a healing community where youth and families move beyond trauma to experience hope.

Our Values

We lead with Optimism practice Inclusion stay Curious embrace Personal Accountability and rely on Collaboration. As a Young Adult Counselor / Coach youll live these values out loud every shift.

A Note on Our Hiring Process

Monroe Harding serves young people who have experienced difficult circumstances. All offers of employment are contingent on passing a thorough background check (including TBI/FBI fingerprints and child abuse registry clearance) and a valid TN Drivers License. The Diana Screen is administered to all applicants to ensure ethical boundaries are maintained.

Monroe Harding is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply here: are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and interview procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at or call 615.298.5573.