[Part-Time] Director of Social & Emotional Wellness

PART-TIME: MAX 20 HOURS PER WEEK *Position Summary:* The Director of Social & Emotional Wellness will play an integral role in ensuring that Boys & Girls Club of Greater Ventura goal of becoming trauma-informed is achieved and maintained.
This role will promote a positive and healthy climate and support staff, families, and youth’s social & emotional development.
The role will oversee and maintain any grant related responsibilities in relation to social & emotional wellness.
This role will also develop a high-quality program that effectively leverages partnerships with a variety of stakeholders, particularly students’ families and organizations in the neighboring communities.
*Responsibilities:* *Leadership* .
Develop, facilitate, and monitor systems and procedures to support all youth in their social, emotional, and behavioral development at the Oak View Teen Center.
· Provide observation and assessment of youth presenting with mental health issues in the Club setting.
· Consult with Club Director and Club staff regarding the implementation of interventions related to trauma, behavior, mood, social skills, or emotional stress.
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Conduct live in-club coaching of Youth Development Professionals and Club Director on implementation of strategies to reduce problematic behaviors and promote Club success Organization Wide.
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Conduct evidence-based group therapy for youth who have experienced traumatic events, focused on decreasing symptoms of posttraumatic stress and improving functioning and quality of life both at home and at the Club.
· Conduct evidence-based group therapy at the Oak View Teen Center, focused on helping youth acquire emotion regulation strategies, improved behavior, and social skills.
*Training & Development* · Tailor individualized youth behavior plans to maximize effectiveness and coach staff on the proper implementation of behavior plans.
· Facilitate class-wide workshops focused on resilience-building mental health modules drawn from cognitive-behavioral techniques.
· Provide staff training workshops in various settings covering topics such as Effective Behavior Management Strategies for Youth Development Staff, Youth Development Staff Stress Reduction, Trauma-Informed School Support, etc.
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· Oversee additional grant requirements pertaining to social & emotional wellness.
*Communication* · Communicate with the Director of Operations and Oak View Teen Center Branch Director concerning program creation, outcome results, resource needs, and budget issues.
· Attend monthly Manager meetings and other trainings/meetings as directed.
*Education & Experience:* * Master's degree in social work, counseling, school psychology, or related field from an accredited college or university.
* Must meet all requirements for the State of California to be a LCSW.
* 5-6 years’ experience and training which demonstrates the successful use of clinical skills in working with such students and/or their families, other programs, and agencies or other combination of applicable education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.
* 3 years of experience with youth services * Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
* Must be a proactive communicator and responsive on email to both internal and external stakeholders.
* Must be at least 21 years of age.
* A valid Driver License * Provide proof of professional insurance * Experience with youth on the spectrum is not required but is a plus.
*Skills/Personal Qualities/Attitude:* .
Embody BGCGV Values .
Passion for serving others .
Philosophical compatibility with BGCGV mission and vision .
Good organizational and administrative skills .
Patience, positive attitude, and sensitivity to cultural differences .
Excellent verbal and good written communication skills .
Creative and ability to take initiative *PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT* Must have the physical skills abilities for the working conditions that are required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the American with Disabilities Act.
The physical skills might include sitting or standing for long periods of time up to 6 hours in a day, walking and carrying or lifting items up to 40 pounds at one time, squatting, bending over, twisting, or repetitive motions.
These activities might be in addition to other physical skills that are needed to complete the job description.
*Disclaimer:* The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.
It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Further, no part of this description shall be construed as a contract or guarantee of employment.
All BGCGV employees are at-will employees.
_Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.
_BGCGV_maintains its status as an at-will employer as described in the _BGCGV employee_handbook.
_ Job Type: Part-time Pay: $32.
00 - $40.
00 per hour Schedule: * Monday to Friday Application Question(s): * Is your degree in social work, counseling, school psychology, or related field? Education: * Master's (Preferred) Experience: * Youth Services: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: * California Drivers License ( for 1 or more years) (Preferred) Work Location: In person