Program Specialist Social Emotional Learning - Baltimore City
About The Position
The Program Specialist, Social Emotional Learning, works directly within assigned Baltimore City schools to help students develop confidence, resilience, and skills for success in school and life. The role partners with educators, families, and community organizations to provide individualized support, strengthen school engagement, and connect students with resources. Through relationship building, case management, and collaboration, the specialist helps create safe and inclusive learning environments where every child can reach their potential. Associates must follow the Y's Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, and comply with legal reporting requirements.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience in education, youth development, behavioral health, counseling, case management, social work, or a related human services field.
- Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
- Passion for empowering youth and helping students overcome barriers to success.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, or youth development.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Sociology, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized support to students in assigned schools.
- Strengthen student engagement with school.
- Connect students with resources needed to thrive.
- Build relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners.
- Coordinate services and collaborate with schools and community organizations.
- Support safe and inclusive learning environments.
- Follow the Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, and report suspected mistreatment as required.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dependent care flexible spending account
- Employer contribution to the Y retirement fund
- Career advancement opportunities
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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