Reconnecting Youth Social Emotional Wellness

Reconnecting Youth Through Social Emotional Wellness

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Ameri Corps members serve as Junior Counselors who play a pivotal role in the lives of 2000 at‑risk youth, ages 2‑13. Members are placed at 16 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 community centers in North Brooklyn to support after‑school programs with three basic needs around community wellness: academic support, SEL/mental health support, and community and family engagement.

Through mentorship, members help children develop critical socio‑emotional skills, including empathy, decision‑making, community building, and conflict resolution.

• Mentor and assist with the administration of a student caseload through regular check‑ins, coaching, and other support.
• Help students learn coping skills, manage stress, regulate emotions, handle conflict, and build healthy relationships.
• Support socio‑emotional and academic growth by co‑facilitating support groups and clubs.
• Provide support in leading activities that align with students’ interests (sports, culinary arts, yoga, etc.).
• Provide weekly lessons using a socio‑emotional curriculum.
• Foster community and family engagement through supporting staff with family nights, SEL workshops, and community events.
• Communicate regularly with Task Supervisor to support student success.
• Help develop an Alumni Group through outreach.
• Plan and implement service days, some on national holidays.
• Complete related assignments to support the success of youth in the program.

• Childcare assistance if eligible.
• Health coverage.
• Living allowance.
• Training.
• Education award upon successful completion of service.

• Uniforms provided and required.

• Children/Youth.

• Teaching/Tutoring
• Non‑Profit Management
• Recruitment
• Counseling
• Community Organization
• Education
• Youth Development

Ameri Corps State / National

Reconnecting Youth Through Social Emotional Wellness

11/01/2025 - 01/31/2027

Part Time

High school diploma/GED

Minimum:
None. Maximum:
None.

NEW YORK New York City (inc. Long Island, CT, NJ, NY)

From 11/01/2025 To 11/01/2026

Amy Baldwin
850 Grand St
Brooklyn NY 11211

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