Youth Development Specialist

About the role

At RWJBarnabas Health, our School Based Youth Services Program teams operate at the heart of our communities, delivering innovative prevention and mentorship networks that directly support adolescent development. As a Youth Program Coordinator, you become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, compassion, and excellence create meaningful experiences every day. In this vital role, you will design impactful prevention-based services, build strong community partnerships, and provide career counseling to help students navigate their futures. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a supportive care community committed to enhancing youth success, nurturing peer relations, and making a lasting impact on families across New Jersey. This position is based at Trinitas Regional Medical Center, YES Grant-Halsey department, located at 600 Pearl Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 (Elizabeth HS).

Responsibilities

• Developing Mentorship Programs: Collaborating with program leadership to design, coordinate, and implement structured programming for our student Mentor and Leadership Groups.
• Delivering Career Counseling: Providing direct career and employment counseling services, including resume writing workshops, job readiness coaching, and interview etiquette training.
• Building Community