Youth Development Coordinator

Who We Are

For over 35 years, El Buen Samaritano (El Buen) has been a trusted community resource for Latino and immigrant families in Central Texas, serving more than 30,000 individuals annually through innovative, culturally relevant food access, health literacy, and education programming.

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The Youth Development Coordinator (YDC) is a dynamic, highly motivated professional responsible for fostering the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of youth participants through engaging programming and supportive supervision. The YDC plays a vital part in creating safe, inclusive spaces that promote positive youth development, academic success, and community connection. The YDC works collaboratively with families, volunteers, and staff to deliver high‑quality bilingual (English‑Spanish) STEAM and academic programming while ensuring operational excellence and compliance with organizational standards and funding requirements.

• Program Development and Delivery
  • Lead and supervise youth groups in structured academic, recreational, and enrichment activities, ensuring engagement, inclusivity, and alignment with DEI principles.
  • Plan, deliver, and adapt age‑appropriate in‑person and virtual lessons aligned with academic standards and organizational goals, integrating STEM, SEL, and health/wellness principles.
  • Conduct student assessments and assist families in completing SDOH evaluations to identify and address additional family needs through closed‑loop referrals.
  • Mentor and oversee volunteers, interns, and part‑time staff, ensuring alignment with program goals and fostering a collaborative team culture.
  • Act as a point of contact for resolving conflicts or addressing challenges involving students, parents, or staff.
• Evaluation
  • Contribute to program evaluations, feedback sessions, and strategy meetings to enhance program effectiveness and innovation.
  • Collect, analyze, and report program data to measure impact, support funding requirements, and inform continuous program improvements.
• Best Practices
  • Incorporate youth voice by engaging participants in program design and decision‑making to promote empowerment and ownership.
  • Actively model and promote positive behaviors, including teamwork, respect, resilience, and healthy habits.
  • Provide training and guidance on best practices for working with youth, including DEI‑focused, trauma‑informed, and youth‑centric approaches.
  • Utilize trauma‑informed and culturally responsive practices to support the diverse needs of participants.
  • Collaborate with peers and leadership to develop innovative programming that reflects the evolving needs of youth participants and families.
  • Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in youth development, SEL, and educational programming.

• Maintain program schedules, ensuring all operational, safety, and compliance standards are consistently met.
• Manage supplies and resources, including preparing purchase requests, tracking inventory, and ensuring materials align with program goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment that fosters learning and growth.
• Oversee student registration, maintain accurate records, and prepare class attendance, registration, and report cards for each participant.
• Ensure all student records are updated and securely maintained in the organization’s database.
• Adhere to established money‑management policies when recording monetary transactions such as registration fees or book purchases.

• Collaborate with families to set individualized student goals, track progress, and celebrate milestones.
• Organize and facilitate family workshops, engagement events, and community outreach activities to support student recruitment and retention.
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and schools, ensuring program activities align with academic and social‑emotional needs.
• Build and sustain positive, collaborative…