Youth Wellness Coordinator

Reports to: Area Director - Berlin/Green Lake Sites
Wage: $16-$20/hour
Location: Berlin Site
Schedule: Part-time, averaging 20-30 hours per week

About the Role

The Youth Wellness Coordinator provides social and emotional support to youth ages 5-18 to increase personal growth and Club member success. Using a trauma-informed care model, this position addresses individual social and emotional learning needs through mentorship, intervention/prevention support, and fostering a safe environment. Services include 1:1 check-ins, cooperative peer interactions, social and coping skill development, and positive behavior reinforcement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, implement, and evaluate all Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs targeting three Priority Outcome Areas: Good Character and Citizenship, Healthy Relationships, and Overall Wellness.
• Incorporate SMART Girls and SMART Boys programming by planning, facilitating, and evaluating age-appropriate activities that promote healthy decision-making, positive self-esteem, leadership, personal responsibility, and overall well-being.
• Oversee intervention and prevention support for youth during Club operating hours.
• Manage the OJJDP mentoring program based on grant requirements.
• Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to discuss issues, provide/receive information, and explain guidelines for individual youth behavior plans.
• With support from the Area Director, create a small caseload of youth and set goals to help them succeed during Club time and in life.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on behavior intervention support for each youth on their caseload.
• Actively participate in meetings supporting Club youth and their families as needed.
• Assist in crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions.
• Create an environment where all youth feel physically, mentally, and emotionally safe.
• Build and nurture family engagement and community partnerships to support youth mental health needs.
• Communicate effectively with youth, parents, volunteers, peers, and the community.
• Model professional and ethical standards.
• Meet professional obligations and deadlines through effective time management.
• Track and measure outcomes to meet strict grant deliverables.
• Serve as a Mandated Child Abuse Reporter.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred, or one or more years of college coursework in human services (e.g., education, social work, counseling, psychology).
• Experience working with at-risk youth; basic understanding of trauma, behavioral challenges, and social-emotional learning needs.
• Ability to create developmental and age-appropriate activities pertaining to social-emotional learning.
• Experience establishing and leading programs, activities, and services for at-risk youth.
• Proven ability to motivate youth, manage behavior problems, and act with sensitivity and empathy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Valid driver's license, good driving history, and willingness to travel locally.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• High energy level; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects.
• Good vision and hearing to complete tasks.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced and noisy environment.
• Ability to think clearly and concisely.
• Ability to drive.