Youth Services Coordinator

Bakersfield City School District•Bakersfield, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Youth Services Coordinator will provide youth services, mentoring, and student leadership development programs to support the academic and social-emotional development of targeted student populations. This role also involves transporting students safely and responsibly. The position is classified under Administration and is a full-time role for 223 days a year.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area preferred
Master's Degree desired
Experience working in counseling or programs for youth development
Experience in case management, social work, and family support desirable
Knowledge of community agencies and resources available to assist with student and family needs
Ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and public, and to respect confidential matters
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
Ability to work flexible hours and make home visits
Skill and accuracy in oral and written expression
Valid California driver's license and car for use on District business
An online application and any documents listed below must be submitted by 8:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026.
Current Resume
Two (2) professional reference letters (Reference letters must be signed & dated within 1 year of closing date)
Copies of required certificates, transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application.
District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment.
Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents.
For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment.
It is the applicant's responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents.
A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted.
All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.
Assembly Bill (AB2534) and Senate Bill (SB848), mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked, regardless of the length of service, including full-time, part-time and substitute employment.
If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required.
Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

Coordinates and trains support personnel to address needs of identified students, particularly foster youth.
Coordinates and supervises District mentoring programs, PROUD Academy and other equity based youth development programs as assigned.
Coordinates student government and leadership development programs to facilitate student voice, anti-bullying, nondiscrimination, and safe spaces for students.
Coordinates and supervises individual and group youth support service programs addressing acquisition of pro-social skills, intervention, and tobacco, alcohol, and substance abuse prevention.
Coordinates identification process of students and links to needed services within identified programs.
Coordinates events that highlight and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Provides resource assistance and information to schools, students and parents.
Provides leadership and professional development regarding cultural responsiveness, and cross-cultural issues that may emerge within student and parent groups.
Represents District on related site, District and community activities and committees as appropriate.
Coordinates program activities by communicating directly with school principals, other staff and community agencies.
Coordinates and supervises National Youth Sports Program activities.
Works directly with support staff to ensure implementation of program goals and objectives.
Maintains necessary records and files, maintains budgets, prepares and presents reports as needed.
Supervises and evaluates Youth Services Specialists and other personnel as assigned.
Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Transport students in a safe and responsible manner.