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At Looking Forward Life Coaching, we believe the neurodivergent community has a right to affirming, strengths-based support.
Our team of independent Neurodiversity Coaches help clients navigate challenges, build confidence, and move toward a future that feels authentic and sustainable.
Are you passionate about person-centered, neurodiversity-affirming work?
Do you thrive in a flexible, collaborative work environment?
If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Looking Forward Life Coaching is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and neurotypes. Diversity strengthens our work, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued.
Open Positions
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ROLE SUMMARY: Neurodiversity Life Coach
Department: Life Coaching Team (programming)
Reports to: Director of Coaching Management
Location: Must live in Minnesota and/or be willing to commute into the Twin Cities Metro area to meet with clients.
Responsibilities:
Provide encouragement and support to clients.
Collaborate and communicate with client’s other support agencies and direct support professionals when applicable.
Facilitate 1-on-1 coaching sessions with clients.
Send appointment reminders.
Maintain person-centered goal sheets and client meeting notes.
Attend monthly coach/staff meetings.
Either attend or watch monthly board meetings.
Collaborate with Director of Coaching Management.
Maintain client confidentiality.
Mandatory Reporting: Report any potential harm to the client or others.
Complete assigned monthly and annual trainings.
Attend Coach Connection meeting and Person-Centered Interview when onboarding a new client.
Collect and file encouragement fund expenses and receipts.
Collaborate with other coaches.
Provide resources needed to maintain and accomplish person-centered goals.
You may be a great fit, if you:
Are comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
Have professional and/or personal experience supporting neurodivergent adults, trauma survivors, and people from diverse backgrounds.
Believe in person-centered, strengths-based, neurodivergent-affirming support.
Approach others with curiosity, empathy, and respect.
Preferred (but not required):
Professional background in coaching, mentoring, mental health, social services, or related fields
Coaching certification or degree
Neurodivergent lived-experience
Location: Fully remote and flexible
Coaches meet clients in person at community locations within 20 miles of their home, with meeting spots chosen collaboratively by the coach and client.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter using the application form at the bottom of this page. -
This is an unpaid, volunteer position.
Our board members are the backbone of Looking Forward Life Coaching. Together, they guide the organization’s vision and help ensure we provide the best possible coaching and support to our community.
What we look for in potential board members:
Unique training and/or experience that brings an informed perspective to LFLC and aligns with our mission, vision, and values.
Understanding of the social model of disability, and both neurodiversity-affirming and person-centered practices.
Passion for bringing understanding, hope, and opportunity to under-served individuals.
The patience, persistence, and perspective to guide LFLC through both good and challenging times.
Commitment to making person-centered, neurodiversity-affirming support accessible to all.
An approach to leadership grounded in curiosity, empathy, and respect.
Availability to attend monthly virtual meetings.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience in nonprofit governance or prior board service.
Professional or lived experience related to neurodiversity advocacy, life coaching, disability rights, and/or peer support.
Financial literacy or experience reviewing budgets, financial reports, or risk oversight.
Background in fundraising, advocacy, or community partnerships.
A Note to Potential Applicants:
You don’t need to meet every listed qualification to make a meaningful impact. If you have a heart for service and want to contribute to LFLC’s mission, we encourage you to apply.Volunteer work and lived experience are valuable qualifications, and self-diagnosis is valid. What matters most is your commitment to helping the neurodivergent community thrive.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter using the application form at the bottom of this page.
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If you are interested in supporting our mission as a paid life coach, or a volunteer board member, please complete the application form.
