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Globe Life

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Benefits Sales Representative | Training Provided | Weekly Pay

Springfield, IL · On-site

$45K - $100K/yr

Apply Today If you're ambitious, coachable, and looking for a long-term career with advancement opportunities, we'd love to speak with you. Apply now to schedule an interview with Globe Life Liberty ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Springfield, IL

$60K - $110K/yr

As a Realty Project Coach, you'll join our Realty Execution team for Walmart US. You will take ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

Walmart

(USA) Digital Coach

Springfield, IL · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty ...

Whited Agency

Work from Home Sale Rep

Springfield, IL · On-site +1

1. The Whited Agency is seeking a driven and coachable individual! You will become your own boss in ... We offer a revolutionary type of life insurance called living benefit life insurance that offers ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for life coach in Springfield, IL is $18.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $17.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Life Coach vs Therapist?

AspectLife CoachTherapist
CredentialsCertified life coach, coaching certificationLicensed mental health professional, license required
Work EnvironmentPrivate coaching sessions, workshopsClinics, private practices, hospitals
Industry UsagePersonal development, career coachingMental health, emotional well-being
FocusFuture goals, motivation, personal growthPast experiences, mental health issues

While both life coaches and therapists support personal growth, life coaches focus on future goals and motivation without addressing mental health disorders. Therapists are licensed professionals who treat mental health conditions and explore past experiences. Understanding these differences helps individuals choose the right professional for their needs.

What Is a Life Coach?

A Life Coach helps people succeed in meeting their goals through counseling and encouragement. As a Life Coach, you listen to your client’s situation and needs, helping them find opportunities and solutions to overcome the obstacles一mental or otherwise一that are preventing them from meeting their goals. You work with your clients on many aspects and difficulties in their life, such as coping with grief, job loss, relationship challenges, and financial wellbeing. You do not attempt to solve your client’s problems for them. Instead, you provide information, outside perspective, and a safe place to process their challenges so that they can find their own best path to success.

What are some common challenges life coaches face when supporting clients, and how can they manage these effectively?

Life coaches often encounter challenges such as clients struggling with motivation, resistance to change, or unclear goals. To manage these effectively, coaches use active listening, powerful questioning, and goal-setting frameworks to help clients gain clarity and commitment. Regular self-reflection, professional supervision, and continuous learning also support coaches in handling diverse client needs and maintaining professional boundaries. Building a trusting rapport and adapting coaching techniques to individual situations are key to overcoming these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Life Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Life Coach, you need excellent communication, active listening, and goal-setting skills, often supported by a coaching certification from organizations like the International Coach Federation (ICF). Familiarity with online coaching platforms, assessment tools, and client management software is typically required. Exceptional empathy, motivational abilities, and strong interpersonal skills help build trust and inspire clients to achieve personal growth. These competencies are vital for effectively guiding clients through challenges and empowering them to reach their full potential.

What are life coaches?

Life coaches are professionals who help individuals identify and achieve personal or professional goals by providing guidance, support, and accountability. They use various techniques to help clients overcome obstacles, improve confidence, and create actionable plans for growth. Unlike therapists, life coaches typically focus on the present and future rather than addressing past trauma or mental health issues. They work with clients on areas such as career development, relationships, work-life balance, and personal fulfillment.
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Assistant Swim Team Coach

YMCA of Springfield

Springfield, IL

$15 - $18/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

The YMCA of Springfield is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Swim Team Coach to work with athletes ages 5 through 12. This role includes evening shifts and some weekends depending on availability for swim meets. The ideal candidate has previous coaching or competitive swimming experience and is passionate about motivating athletes to be their best. 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Instruct swimmers in accordance with the SPY Swim Team guidelines. 
  • Builds effective, authentic relationships with athletes and parents, helping them connect with each other and the YMCA, leading to parent involvement and identification of potential volunteers. 
  • Effectively engage, manage, and motivate younger athletes. 
  • Maintains records as necessary: attendance, performance evaluation, etc. 
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled. 
  • Follows all Springfield YMCA policy and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes related reports as required. 
  • Execute workouts both in and out of the water; organize and maintain training equipment on deck, reports needs to Head Coach. 
  • Attend swim meets assigned. Submit appropriate reimbursement paperwork in a timely manner. 
  • Maintain coach’s certifications through USA Swimming and YMCA Swimming. 

OUR SERVICE EXPECTATIONS: 

  • Display a friendly, helpful, and positive disposition. 
  • Provide customer service that is thorough, timely, organized, and accurate.  
  • Help ensure the Y is meeting member and participant needs by utilizing good listening skills, attentiveness, objectivity, and patience in all situations. 
  • Place members and participants as the first and highest priority showing kindness and compassion at all times.  
  • Demonstrates the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through all daily activities and responsibilities 

Child Abuse Policies & Prevention: The YMCA enforces policies to prevent child abuse. Allegations or suspicions are taken seriously and reported to authorities. Procedures include unscheduled visits, open doors for parents, and a code of conduct for staff. We screen carefully to prevent abusers from being hired and provide child abuse prevention training to staff. Employees who fail to support these policies will be subject to discipline, up to termination. 


  • Previous Experience on a competitive swim team is required. 
  • Certifications: Safety Training for Swim Coaches, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, Y Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving.  Obtain in first 60 days and keep current.
  • Complete all onboarding trainings within 1st 30 days. 
  • Current USA Swimming Membership, YMCA Swimming Membership. 
  • Ability to maintain certification. 
  • Must demonstrate coaching abilities in accordance with Springfield YMCA standards. 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations ability to act swiftly in an emergency.  
  • Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. 
  • Instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. 
  • Some travel and overnight trips for swim meets. 
  • Position requires bending, leaning, kneeling, walking, and swimming. 
  • Exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids. 
  • Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency. 
  • Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. 
  • Sound in environment usually loud 
  • Exposure to chemically treated water, sun, heat, cooler temperatures with air quality reflective of the chemicals used. 

Full-Time: 

  • Free Family Membership
  • Discounted Programming
  • 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
  • Optional Insurance plans including Health, Dental, Vision, and more
  • Paid Leave for All

Part-Time

  • Free 1 Parent Family Membership
  • 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
  • Paid Leave for All

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.


USD $15.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.

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