Senior Wellness Coach, Team Leader
Position Overview
The Senior Wellness Coach is a service role for returning participants who have successfully completed one term of service as a Wellness Coach or member of a service organization who served in a school or an out of school time location. This position builds on the previous experience of providing social emotional supports in similar settings by engaging coaches in expanded direct service with youth and opportunities to provide peer mentorship and support to fellow participants. Senior wellness coaches serve in Boston and surrounding area Public Schools and out of school time organizations, supporting students’ social-emotional development, including interpersonal skills, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. Coaches help create safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where youth can build skills and strengthen their connection to school. In addition to direct service, Senior Wellness Coaches contribute to a collaborative service environment by sharing strategies, modeling effective practices, and supporting fellow participants through informal mentorship.
Essential Functions
Provide informal peer mentorship to newer members at one or more partner sites by sharing strategies, resources, and lessons learned from prior service experience.
Model effective coaching practices and professional boundaries.
Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Support group learning by co-facilitating training sessions or discussions, as appropriate.
Affiliate in organizing and facilitating student-centered events (e.g., wellness activities, school-based initiatives).
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and reflective practice sessions.
Accurately record service activities, student engagement, and required documentation.
Participate in reflection and evaluation activities to support continuous program improvement.
Utilize student level data to inform peer mentoring practices.
Provide individual and small-group coaching focused on social-emotional skill development.
Facilitate structured activities that build skills in emotional regulation, communication, and goal setting.
Monitor student engagement and support positive participation in program settings.
Service Term & Schedule
The Wellness Coach Project is seeking members for this position in the following slot type: 675 hr. Your service year includes the following schedule:
- Tentative Weekly Schedule: 5 hours each day from Monday to Friday.
- Total Hours per week: 25.
- Service Term: Approximately 11 months (August 31st, 2026–July 17th, 2027), following the Boston Public Schools and Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston calendars.
- Schedule: Service hours typically align with school schedules (tentatively beginning at 7:30am and ending by 6pm, site specific times will be communicated during service site selection process) or out of school time schedules (tentatively beginning at 2pm and ending by 8pm, site specific times will be communicated during service site selection process).
Member Benefits
Stipend: $14,100
Walker Completion Bonus upon successful completion of service term (675 hr)
Public Transportation Stipend (MBTA pass)
Ongoing training and professional development
Supervision and support from experienced staff and clinicians
Post-service career and education support
Qualifications
Successfully completed one term as a Wellness Coach or served as a member of a service organization in a school or an out of school time location.
High School Diploma or GED required.
At least 18 years old at the start of service (August 31st).
Able to commit to an 11-month (August 31st, 2026-July 17th, 2027) service term aligned with the Boston Public Schools and out of school time (OST) program calendar.
Willingness to complete required background checks.
Reliable means of transportation to attend service site and trainings.
Must be able to pass DESE Background Check Process.
Skills & Experience
Experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Organizational and time management skills.
Comfort using basic computer systems for documentation.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Walker prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment in any program or activity, including on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, political affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military service, veteran status, familial status, or any other status protected by law.
Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations are available for the application process and throughout the service term. Please contact Teale Bohen at tbohen@walkercares.org to request accommodations.
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact Taiany Goulart at tgoulart@walkercares.org.