Health and Wellness Specialist - Swift Branch

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Valley•Glendale, AZ

5h•$0 - $15

About The Position

The Health and Wellness Specialist is responsible for the safety and supervision of Club members and, under the direction of the Program Director, delivers quality programs and high-yield health and wellness activities. The role uses the organization’s mission, vision, and values to support members’ success and provide an outcome-driven Club experience. Duties include program development and facilitation, maintaining program-area safety and cleanliness, and providing guidance to volunteers. If the employee is 21 or older, responsibilities may include transporting members. This is a part-time position of approximately 10–25 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Paid training and orientation are required. Some travel between BGCAZ branches, schools, and community sites is required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Passion for working with youth.
Ability to multitask and adapt to the Club’s changing needs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and cooperative working skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and comfort adapting to new technology.
Safety-oriented mindset.
If 21 or older, must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet eligibility requirements to drive Club vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Direct youth programming experience.
Ability to earn and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, and facilitate programs and activities using a formal curriculum.
Directly run programming and high-yield activities in the assigned area.
Deliver programming on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, including nutrition, stress management, positive mental health, and physical fitness.
Plan and coordinate wellness events or initiatives that showcase youth achievements and celebrate healthy living.
Administer outcome measurement tools.
Deliver programs with an enthusiastic, high-energy, positive attitude.
Keep program areas safe, clean, and organized.
Follow Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley policies and procedures.
Use sound judgment and decision-making.
Maintain Club equipment and property in good working order.
Use positive guidance and discipline techniques to redirect member behavior.
Use active supervision techniques when working with Club members.
Support the culture, mission, values, and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity.
May assist with the food program.
May transport members if 21 or older.
Perform other duties as assigned.