Youth Wellness Specialist

Job overview

The Youth Wellness Specialist role is onsite in Washington, DC, with annual pay of $47,000–$52,000. The position supports wellness programming at the Rita Bright Family & Youth Center, part of the Latin American Youth Center’s work to support young people’s transition to adulthood. The role plans and leads wellness activities for youth ages 6 to 15, contributes to other center programming, and works with staff, families, volunteers, and partners. Its purpose is to promote healthy behavior and support youth development through inclusive activities and connections to resources.

What you'll do

• Plan and lead wellness curriculum and activities for youth ages 6–15
• help plan and lead camp activities
• support arts, athletics, and other afterschool programming
• engage volunteers and partners
• connect families with LAYC and external resources
• complete data entry.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

youth wellness specialist

washington dc

latin american youth center

$47k–$52k

youth wellness

youth development

ages 6–15

afterschool programs

camps

arts and athletics

family resources

wellness activities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• employer-paid life insurance
• matching 401(k)
• paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, wellness days, and parental leave
• health club discounts.

Why this role

The posting notes one to two telework days per week for most positions after the first 60 days; this role’s work arrangement is not specified as hybrid.

About the employer

Latin American Youth Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.