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Positive Youth Development Coordinator

We are hiring!    If interested in this position-  please email your cover letter, resume, and references to Alli Behnke, Director  alli.behnke@hkyfs.org

Title: Positive Youth Development Coordinator
Reports to: Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Approximately 30 hours per week with flexibility as needed
Travel: Approximately 30%

Position Summary

The Positive Youth Development (PYD) Coordinator serves as a key member of a nonprofit, community-based youth and family services organization, supporting the development and delivery of programs that promote the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of local youth.

This role is responsible for designing, coordinating, and implementing school-based, after-school, and summer programming aligned with identified community needs and agency strategic priorities. The Coordinator builds and maintains strong partnerships with schools, families, and community stakeholders, and utilizes evidence-based practices to foster youth engagement, leadership, and resilience. The Coordinator serves as a positive role model while supporting youth and families with diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Implementation

  • Partner with local elementary and middle schools to deliver evidence-based PYD programming that promotes emotional intelligence, wellness, healthy decision-making, and relationship-building
  • Design and facilitate in-school, after-school, and summer programs that build confidence, self-advocacy, and peer connections
  • Utilize established curricula (e.g., One Circle Foundation) and adapt programming to meet community needs
  • Collaborate with staff and community partners to identify service gaps and implement responsive, asset-based programming
  • Monitor trends and challenges impacting youth and families to inform program development and continuous improvement

Community Engagement & Outreach

  • Support the development and implementation of community-wide education and awareness initiatives related to youth wellness and positive development
  • Collaborate with staff to enhance communication strategies that increase community awareness, engagement, and participation
  • Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising initiatives to sustain programming
  • Participate in and support agency-wide events and outreach efforts
  • Maintain strong, positive relationships with schools, families, community partners, volunteers, and donors

 

Collaboration & Administration

  • Maintain accountability to agency leadership, Board of Directors, and funding sources
  • Contribute to grant writing, reporting, and program evaluation efforts
  • Attend staff meetings and collaborate across teams to align programming, messaging, and initiatives
  • Support overall agency operations and special projects as needed

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in administration, leadership, social work, community development, or related field
    OR Bachelor’s degree with at least two (2) years of relevant experience
  • Experience in youth development, education, or community-based services preferred
  • Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication platforms
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently, demonstrate flexibility, and adapt to changing community and organizational needs
  • Commitment to community engagement and a service-oriented mindset
  • Valid Connecticut driver’s license and auto insurance

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL:
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Handling/Fingering: Constantly
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Climb: Occasionally
Squat or Kneel: Occasionally
Bend: Occasionally

LIFT/CARRY:
10 lbs or less: Occasionally
11–20 lbs: Occasionally

PUSH/PULL:
12 lbs or less: Occasionally

VISION:
20/20 (corrected)

Signatures

Prepared by: ________________________________________  Date: _______________

Approval Signature: ___________________________________  Date: ________________

Employee Signature: ___________________________________ Date: _________________

HKYFS has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions, competencies, and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide general guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, or abilities. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This document does not constitute a contract of employment, and HKYFS reserves the right to modify this job description and/or assign tasks as deemed appropriate.