Program Specialist Jobs

About The Position

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