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Oakland Community College

Assistant Coach

MI · On-site

$12.50 - $20/hr

Continue to assume all assistant coaching responsibilities both in and out of season * Attend ... cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cancer coach in Michigan is $17.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.85 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cancer coach?

A Cancer Coach provides emotional support, education, and guidance to individuals affected by cancer. They help patients and their families navigate treatment options, manage side effects, and adopt lifestyle changes to improve well-being. Cancer Coaches often have backgrounds in healthcare, counseling, or wellness coaching and work alongside medical professionals to offer holistic support. Their goal is to empower patients with knowledge and coping strategies to enhance their quality of life during and after treatment.

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A typical workday for a Cancer Coach involves providing one-on-one or group support sessions, either in person or virtually, to guide clients through the emotional, physical, and lifestyle challenges of cancer diagnosis and treatment. You may collaborate closely with medical professionals, therapists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive care, while also creating personalized wellness plans and tracking client progress. Administrative tasks such as updating client records and coordinating resources are also common. Cancer Coaches often balance scheduled sessions with ongoing communication, offering encouragement and practical advice tailored to each client's unique situation.

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To thrive as a Cancer Coach, you need a solid understanding of cancer treatment processes, patient support techniques, and health education, often backed by experience in nursing, counseling, or certified health coaching. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, telehealth platforms, and specialized coaching certification programs such as those from the International Association of Health Coaches or National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching is valuable. Exceptional listening skills, empathy, and cultural sensitivity help Cancer Coaches connect with clients and provide personalized guidance through challenging times. These skills and qualifications are crucial for empowering individuals throughout their cancer journey, supporting emotional well-being, and facilitating communication with healthcare teams.

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Cancer coaches, a type of health coach, typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, certification, and location. Income can vary based on whether they work independently or for healthcare organizations, and additional skills like counseling or nutrition can influence earning potential.

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Infographic showing various Cancer Coach job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Part Time, and 65% Contract. Highlights an 46% In-person, and 54% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,709 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Assistant Coach

Oakland Community College

MI • On-site

$12.50 - $20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary: $12.50 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : College Wide
Job Type: Part-Time Hourly
Job Number: 202400154
Division: Athletics
Opening Date: 04/08/2025
Summary of Purpose
Support the Head Coach by assisting with various aspects of the Team.
Typical Duties
This description is intended to indicate the types of duties and responsibilities requested of the employee assigned this title. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required:
  1. Help plan and facilitate practices
  2. Assist in recruiting incoming athletes
  3. Assist in rule and regulation compliance
  4. Assist in ordering inventory and care of equipment, clothing and uniforms used by the team
  5. Assist in collecting progress reports and monitoring academic progress and study halls
  6. Travel to away games and possibly drive vans to away games
  7. Assist in collecting travel receipts and turning in travel paperwork
  8. Keep, when necessary, and enter statistics as directed by the Head Coach
  9. Continue to assume all assistant coaching responsibilities both in and out of season
  10. Attend Athletic Staff meetings and Coaches' training as required
  11. Communicate regularly with the athletic staff informing them of any concerns or issues including roster, practice or game changes for home and away games
  12. Possibly help host and support/promote the program as opportunities arise including, but not limited to: camps, tournaments, college events, community service events, fundraising opportunities, and/or specific meetings upon request

Knowledge and Skills Required
  • Become familiar of the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association) and NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) rules
  • Must become familiar with the Oakland Community College Athletic Handbook, packets and paperwork
  • Prior playing experience in the sport that the applicant will be coaching
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office

Minimum Education and Experience
High School Diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) AND two (2) years as Head or Assistant Coach of a High School and/or AAU (Amateur Athletic Union)/Club Team or one (1) year of college coaching experience
We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice!
OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees.
See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types: full-time and part-time
Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups:
Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Medical
  • Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
    • Free preventive services on every plan
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
  • BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
  • There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage
Dental
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Vision
  • NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Care, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, and Adoption FSAs are available
Life Insurance
  • TheCollege provides $120,000 of coverage (portion is subject to taxation), no payroll deductions
Disability
  • 70% of wages provided for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Retirement
  • College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
  • The Exempt, Faculty, and Teamsters employee groups can elect the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) provided by TIAA; opting out of MPSERS
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
  • Employees can open and contribute via payroll deduction into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Voluntary Benefits
  • Employees can elect voluntary benefits of optional life insurance (for self, spouse, and/or children), cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual open enrollment in November
Tuition
  • OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
  • Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions

Employee Group: Classified Part-Time
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.
Medical
  • Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
    • Free preventive services on every plan
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
  • BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
Dental
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan that has free in-network preventive services including two annual cleanings
Vision
  • NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan that includes annual examinations with participating providers
Life Insurance
  • Employees can choose to have a life insurance policy of $10,000 or $20,000
Retirement
  • College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
  • Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Tuition
  • OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
  • Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program

Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors*
Retirement
  • College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
  • Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Tuition
  • OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees
*Edustaff employees are not eligible for OCC benefits.
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