Life Skills Coach Training Opportunity for DTFN members
A good candidate for a life skills coach in is someone empathetic, an excellent communicator and listener, non-judgmental, creative, and passionate about helping others, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills, who also seeks formal training (like ICF-accredited programs) to build credibility and master coaching ethics, boundaries, and specific client needs, while understanding their scope beyond therapy.
Key Personal Qualities & Skills:
• Empathy & Compassion: Genuinely care about people and understand different perspectives.
• Strong Communication: Excellent listening, oral, and written skills, picking up on non-verbal cues.
• Impartiality: Non-judgmental, objective, and able to maintain professional boundaries.
• Problem-Solving: Creative, analytical, and good at developing new approaches.
• Client Focus: Motivated to help others achieve goals and hold them accountable.
• Professionalism: Maintain ethical standards, confidentiality, and a professional demeanor.
• Resilience: Ability to manage emotional investment without becoming overwhelmed.
• Addiction free lifestyle
Professional Attributes:
• Desire for Training: While not mandatory in Canada, formal training (e.g., ICF-certified) builds credibility and skills.
• Ethical Understanding: Knowledge of ethical guidelines, boundaries, and the difference between coaching and counseling.
• Niche & Focus: Developing a specific area of focus (e.g., career, relationships, stress) makes you more effective.
• A background in frontline or services
Who Makes a Good Candidate?
Anyone with a passion for helping people can start, but successful coaches often have backgrounds in helping professions, management, or have undergone significant personal development and training to gain the necessary skills and credibility. They are individuals who enjoy guiding others through personal growth and change.
The training is in High Level booked two weeks at a time, so it would be two weeks every month for 3-months. The sessions will be 3 weeks apart.
Closing Date: September 11, 2026
Send a resume with three references to:
Dene Tha’ First Nation
Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 958
High Level, AB T0H 1Z0
Fax: (780) 926-5730
Email: DoreenA@denetha.ca
