Program Specialist Social Emotional Learning - Baltimore City

YMCA Central Maryland • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

As a Program Specialist, Social Emotional Learning, you will help students build the confidence, resilience, and skills they need to succeed in school and in life. Working directly within assigned schools, you will partner 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, you will help create safe, inclusive learning environments where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in education, youth development, behavioral health, counseling, case management, social work, or a related human services field.
• Experience coordinating services, supporting student success, and collaborating with schools and community organizations.
• 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.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, or youth development.
• A 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 in school.
• Connect students with resources they need to thrive.
• Build relationships and collaborate with students, families, educators, and community organizations.
• Support safe, inclusive learning environments through case management and coordination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed