SEL & Wellness Youth Facilitator

For 36 years, the Harlem Educational Activities Fund (HEAF) has partnered with families, schools, and community organizations to transform the lives of young people from under-resourced New York City communities. HEAF’s high-impact programs provide academic enrichment, personal development, college preparation, and career exposure from middle school through college. As a leading educational equity and youth development nonprofit, HEAF empowers students to become leaders who thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to succeed in school, career, and life while supporting their families and communities to grow alongside them.

HEAF is seeking compassionate, energetic, and organized SEL & Wellness Coaches to support social‑emotional learning (SEL), wellness programming, and student, family, and community engagement initiatives within the Community Wellness Department. This hands‑on, relationship‑centered role helps students and families feel connected, empowered, and emotionally supported while guiding students to build resilience, recognize their strengths, and thrive. SEL & Wellness Coaches will facilitate after school SEL & Wellness classes through HEAF Achieve, support school‑day SEL, wellness, and academic workshops through HEAF Inspire, and contribute to the Youth Leadership & Ambassador Program.

Coaches will conduct student academic and wellness check‑ins and supportive counseling sessions, assist with family and community event planning, and provide support with program planning, documentation, and administrative tasks. Specific responsibilities may vary based on program needs, schedules, and individual strengths. The SEL & Wellness Coaches report directly to the Director of Community Wellness Initiatives.

Job Type: Part‑Time, Temporary (Sept 2026 – May 2027).
Schedule: Approximately 15 hours per week. Coaches must be available for during after school programming on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons/evenings. Additional hours may include school‑day workshops, student wellness check‑ins, planning, meetings, family engagement activities, the Youth Leadership & Ambassador Program, and occasional Saturday events. Coaches must also have availability on Mondays and Thursdays based on program needs and scheduling.
Compensation applies only to hours worked and does not cover school or program breaks.

$25/hour.

Hybrid:
In‑person + remote with $50 paid orientation in September.

• Build trusting relationships with students (grades 6–12), families, and school partners..
• Serve as a positive role model and trusted adult by fostering a safe, welcoming, and strengths‑based environment..
• Facilitate engaging, trauma‑informed SEL & Wellness classes through HEAF Achieve (primarily Tuesdays & Wednesdays), promoting skill development and a positive classroom culture..
• Facilitate academic, SEL, and wellness workshops for HEAF Inspire school‑day partners and HEAF Onward programming, as assigned..
• Support and/or lead the Youth Leadership & Ambassador Program, facilitating weekly leadership sessions and community impact projects..
• Conduct student wellness check‑ins and provide one‑on‑one supportive counseling using restorative and evidence‑based practices..
• Support students through wellness planning, goal setting, progress monitoring, referrals, and case management as needed..
• Support positive student behavior, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution while responding to behavioral and crisis situations according to HEAF protocols..
• Provide family wellness support and promote engagement through strengths‑based outreach and resources..
• Collaborate with instructors,…