Culturally Grounded Youth Engagement Coordinator

Colonial Group; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Liliʻuokalani Trust in Hawaii is seeking a Program Coordinator I to support youth programs, coordinate schedules, maintain data, and ensure safe, engaging environments across sites. The role focuses on enrollment, attendance tracking, documentation (NetSuite, DocuSign), and collaboration with YES workers to deliver high‑quality services to Native Hawaiian youth and families.

Applicants should have a bachelor's in a related field and experience with youth programs; travel and flexible hours may

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with youth or in community programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to Native Hawaiian communities and youth.
• Ability to lead group activities and maintain safe, engaging environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and data management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in team settings.
• High level of accuracy in paperwork and data entry.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and access to reliable transportation.
• TB clearance and First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Criminal history background check required as part of pre-employment.

Responsibilities

• Build respectful relationships with youth, families, and community members.
• Facilitate group activities and mentor youth using positive youth development practices.
• Model appropriate behavior and effective communication.
• Support youth with behavioral escalations and follow-up as needed.
• Coordinate program logistics including space, supplies, and equipment.
• Collaborate with YES workers to ensure supervision and engagement across spaces.
• Maintain enrollment, attendance tracking, and communications with youth and families.
• Handle data entry and documentation in organizational systems (NetSuite, DocuSign).
• Provide front desk coverage and scheduling support.
• Collect feedback and participate in program evaluation and quality improvement.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Psychology, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

DocuSign

Job description

Liliʻuokalani Trust in Hawaii is seeking a Program Coordinator I to support youth programs, coordinate schedules, maintain data, and ensure safe, engaging environments across sites. The role focuses on enrollment, attendance tracking, documentation (NetSuite, DocuSign), and collaboration with YES workers to deliver high‑quality services to Native Hawaiian youth and families.

Applicants should have a bachelor's in a related field and experience with youth programs; travel and flexible hours may