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Trauma Informed Coach Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Job Coach - Floater

Tucson, AZ

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

The Job Coach fosters a positive, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed learning environment, building trust and rapport with clients while modeling professional conduct and workplace standards.

Supervise, coach, and support Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs), Behavioral Health ... Model and reinforce trauma-informed care practices in all staff and client interactions * Maintain ...

Supervise, coach, and support Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs), Behavioral Health ... Model and reinforce trauma-informed care practices in all staff and client interactions * Maintain ...

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How much do trauma informed coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for trauma informed coach in Arizona is $20.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Trauma Informed Coach job?

A Trauma Informed Coach helps individuals navigate personal growth and healing by understanding the effects of trauma on the mind and body. They use trauma-sensitive approaches to create a safe, supportive space for clients to build resilience, set goals, and develop coping strategies. Unlike therapists, they do not diagnose or treat trauma but instead focus on empowerment and forward movement. Their work integrates principles from neuroscience, psychology, and coaching to foster long-term well-being.

What are some typical challenges that Trauma Informed Coaches face in their daily work?

Trauma Informed Coaches often encounter challenges such as helping clients who may experience emotional triggers during sessions or navigating complex trauma histories that require sensitivity and professional boundaries. Managing self-care and preventing burnout is also important, as consistent exposure to clients' difficult experiences can be emotionally taxing. Coaches must continually adapt their strategies to meet each client's unique needs and may frequently collaborate with mental health professionals or support networks to ensure comprehensive care. These challenges require resilience, ongoing training, and a commitment to personal and professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Trauma Informed Coach position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trauma Informed Coach, you need a solid understanding of trauma-informed care principles, coaching methodologies, and experience in fields such as mental health, social work, or counseling, often supported by specialized certifications in trauma-informed practice. Familiarity with case management systems, secure communication platforms, and relevant coaching or therapeutic assessment tools is beneficial. Exceptional active listening, non-judgmental communication, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build trust are key soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential to effectively support clients, maintain ethical standards, and foster resilience and healing in individuals impacted by trauma.

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Infographic showing various Trauma Informed Coach job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,499 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

$17/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Overview:
The Job Coach is responsible for providing hands-on training and support to clients participating in the Work Adjustment Training (WAT) program, helping them develop both technical and professional skills needed for successful employment. This includes guiding clients in job-specific tasks, workplace behaviors, and essential soft skills such as communication, time management, and problem-solving.
The Job Coach fosters a positive, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed learning environment, building trust and rapport with clients while modeling professional conduct and workplace standards. This role requires strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills to support client growth and program goals.
This is an onsite, client-facing position. Any work-from-home accommodations require CEO approval for a limited duration, with the expectation of returning to onsite work following the approved period.
Responsibilities Common to all Agency Employees:
  1. Maintains confidentiality and trust with all employees, customers, participants, and trainees in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
  2. Maintains culturally sensitive and trauma-informed interactions with employees, participants, and visitors, and pursues ongoing learning to strengthen cultural competence.
  3. Strives for mutually beneficial solutions, values interdependence, and upholds a shared responsibility for the success of the organization as a whole.
  4. Represents the agency in a positive and professional manner, demonstrating respect and professionalism in personal appearance and contributing to a clean, orderly, and welcoming facility environment.
  5. Demonstrates respect, courtesy and dignity for all.
  6. Demonstrates ethical conduct consistent with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.
  7. Responds in a timely manner in all aspects of communication.
  8. Maintains a safe and clean working environment for self, employees, and visitors in compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable safety standards relevant to the position's duties.
  9. Advocates for client needs and demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to support the health and success of the team, participants, and the agency by initiating improvements, solving problems creatively, and showing motivation for positive change and organizational growth.
  10. Completes all required agency training to maintain credentials and continuously enhance professional skills and knowledge.
  11. Ensures consistent compliance with all DKA policies and procedures, seeking guidance from the appropriate supervisor when questions or concerns arise.
  12. Adheres to assigned schedules and demonstrates punctuality, promptly communicating any scheduling conflicts, changes, or unforeseen absences to the appropriate supervisor.
  13. Assists in other areas as needed, supporting colleagues and agency operations by stepping in during absences, contributing to new projects, or performing tasks outside of regular responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Provides job coaching and training to clients assigned to WAT programs
  2. Coaches clients in both hard and soft skills to help them work towards a professional appearance and conduct. Assists clients in learning soft skills needed for successful employment:
    1. Stress management
    2. Time management
    3. Anger management
    4. Communication skills
    5. Organizational skills
    6. Attention to Detail
  3. Completes required reports and documentation accurately and on time, including daily progress notes, monthly reports if requested, time sheets, and incident reports.
  4. Reports any serious or problematic incidents within 24 hours and seeks supervision for situations outside job scope or expertise.
  5. Maintains strict confidentiality of client and customer records in accordance with HIPAA, DRM, and Federal Copyright regulations.
  6. Communicates needs for company-provided resources or benefits, such as ADA accommodation, workers' compensation, equipment requests, and benefit updates, to the WAT manager or CFO.
  7. Accurately records hours in the designated payroll system (iSolved) and promptly reports any tardiness or PTO needs to the WAT manager
  8. Provides coverage at various worksites in the absence of a job coach, performing all daily duties required for that location. If the client trainee is also absent, completes all tasks associated with that specific role.
  9. Performs other duties as assigned to support the success of clients and the company.

Required Skills and Abilities:
  1. Due to the nature of the floater role, must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel between worksites as needed.
  2. Ability to complete accurate, comprehensive, and timely case notes documenting client progress.
  3. Strong teaching and training skills, with patience and the ability to adapt instruction to clients with varying skill levels, learning styles, and professional goals.
  4. Ability to apply effective instructional principles and methods when working with individuals with disabilities or behavioral health challenges.
  5. Knowledge of the job market, job development practices, and Vocational Rehabilitation services and requirements.
  6. Understanding of group dynamics and the ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges.
  7. Capacity to act responsibly and appropriately in emergency situations.
  8. Commitment to advocating for client needs and supporting positive vocational and personal outcomes.
  9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  10. Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail abilities.
  11. Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration within a team environment.
  12. Adaptability and flexibility in responding to evolving client needs and organizational priorities.
  13. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related computer applications.

Required Education and Experience:
  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. At least one of the following:
    • Associate's degree or higher in social work, behavioral health, or a related field
    • Peer or Recovery Support Specialist Certification
    • Minimum of one (1) year of industry-related experience

Regulatory and Credentialing Requirements:
  1. Must be able to obtain fingerprint clearance within 90 days of hire.
  2. Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
  3. Current CPR and First Aid certification required or must obtain upon hire.
  4. Maintain compliance with all ongoing Relias and BHT training requirements.

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times, due to the potential to perform work within the Archive and PakMail environments.

Exertion Level:
This job is deemed MEDIUM duty work, as defined by the Social Security Administration, Code of Federal Regulations, § 404.1567, Physical exertion requirements: (c) Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
DKA is an equal opportunity employer, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.