Job Title:

Wellness Program Coordinator Department:

Wellness Program Site:

Primary Site is our main branch, but the employee is required to go to different schools in the district

Report To:

Wellness Program Director Direct Reports:

N/A Salary:

$26-28/hour

FLSA Status:

( ) Exempt (X) Non-exempt (X) Full-time ( ) Part-time Primary Function The Wellness Program Coordinator serves as a key leadership role within the Wellness Program supporting the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of services across all Club sites. This position provides guidance and professional development to the Wellness Program team, delivers direct counseling and crisis intervention services as needed, and collaborates with staff, caregivers, school personnel, and others to strengthen behavioral and social-emotional support for youth. Furthermore, the role contributes to program evaluation, staff training, and administrative operations to promote consistent, high-quality, trauma-informed, and strength-based services. Essential Duties Deliver one-on-one and group counseling services to identified youth at limited sites. Provide ongoing supervision and support to Wellness Coaches, including regular check-ins, performance observations, coaching, and support with training and skill development. Develop and facilitate trainings for Wellness Program team and site staff in areas such as behavioral support, crisis and de-escalation, social emotional needs, mental health, and interventions. Collaborate, provide feedback, and consult with Club directors and staff for behavioral support, incident response, and implementation of effective interventions and tools across all sites. Provide de-escalation, crisis intervention, and risk assessments as needed across all sites. Communicate behavioral challenges and/or safety concerns in an accurate and timely manner. Assist with professional development of Wellness Program team through observation, coaching, feedback, and skill building. Support in development and implementation of support plans for identified youth through collaboration with Wellness Program team, Club staff, caregivers, school personnel, and other relevant providers. Attend weekly team meetings and one-on-one meetings with direct supervisor. Participate in professional development and training related to counseling, mental health, and wellness. Support with administrative responsibilities to ensure efficient program operations including record keeping, back-end support within documentation system, budget support and purchasing, program goal planning, and grant-related tasks. Program Development Provide education and coaching to incorporate evidence-based practices, interventions, and trainings to enhance Wellness Program team knowledge and support strategies. Develop systems and reinforce protocols to maintain consistent, high-quality services and programming to support youth, through a strength based, trauma informed approach. Assist in the design and facilitation of group counseling targeting social emotional skill development. Contribute to ongoing program evaluation and improvement by gathering feedback, reflecting on program effectiveness, and recommending adjustments to strengthen service delivery and outcomes. Program Evaluation and Reporting Document all provided services comprehensively and maintain detailed case records to track progress and ensure continuity of care. Compile regular reports and feedback reflecting attendance, participation, and activities provided by Wellness Program, including goal plans, support plans, progress reports, and coaching logs. Assist with program evaluation measurements and data collection relating to grant requirements Gather feedback from youth and staff regarding services and implement appropriate changes. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related discipline required; Master's degree preferred Previous experience working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, developmental and/or behavioral challenges. Experience conducting risk assessments and child abuse reporting. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge and understanding in Trauma Informed Care and experiencing working with youth. Understanding of basic youth development principles and developmental characteristics. Demonstrated ability to utilize de-escalation skills and remain calm in stressful situations. Demonstrated skill in delivering and accepting feedback with staff, colleagues, and supervisors. Demonstrate empathy and emotional intelligence while interacting and building connections with youth, families, and community partners. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills to effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including computer skills in Microsoft Office. Minimum Qualifications Must have or have the ability to obtain a valid CA's driver's license. Must have reliable transportation to provide services to various Club sites across San Marcos. Clear all required background screenings successfully. Physical Requirements Sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to stand, walk and climb. Ability to lift, carry, pull or otherwise move objects between 10-20 pounds. The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or objective required of employees assigned to this job. Employer or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.

Pay:

$26.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid jury duty Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person