Program Coordinator

South Side Help Ctr; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AIDS Healthcare Foundation, in partnership with South Side Help Center, seeks a Program Coordinator for the Youth Mentoring Program to advance youth development and connect families with resources.

You will manage day-to-day operations, mentor youth aged 10–21, coordinate mentor-mentee matches, recruit volunteers, track data, and ensure program compliance while upholding AHF core values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s in human services preferred.
• Experience mentoring or working with youth is essential.
• Knowledge of positive youth development and trauma-informed practices required.
• Ability to manage caseload and coordinate mentor-mentee matches.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the mentoring program.
• Manage a caseload of youth participants and conduct mentoring sessions.
• Support goal development and help youth build life skills and pathways to success.
• Recruit and support volunteer mentors; facilitate youth engagement activities.

Skills

Mentoring

Youth development

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!

Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people's lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees?

If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you!

Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.

AHF's core values are:

• Value Employees
• Respect for Diversity
• Nimble
• Fight for What's Right

Please review our Advocacy page for the latest news on how AHF is Fighting for What's Right! Advocacy News.

Benefits at AHF

AHF offers comprehensive benefits to help our employees do and be their very best! These benefits are intended to enhance employee physical, financial, spiritual and professional health.

Contribution Profile

The Program Coordinator of our Youth Mentoring Program contributes to AHF by advancing the mission of of South Side Help Center (SSHC) in supporting youth ages 10–21 through meaningful mentoring relationships, positive youth development opportunities, and connections to resources that promote personal growth, stability, and long-term success. This position serves as a consistent and trusted support system for young people while coordinating the day-to-day operations of the mentoring program. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, Social Work, Education, Youth Development, or a related field is preferred. Experience mentoring, coaching, or working directly with youth is essential.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of positive youth development, trauma-informed care, culturally responsive practices, and evidence-based mentoring strategies. The Youth Mentoring Program Coordinator is responsible for managing a caseload of youth participants, conducting individual mentoring sessions, supporting goal development, and helping young people build life skills, confidence, and pathways toward future success. The role includes coordinating mentor-mentee matches, recruiting and supporting volunteer mentors, facilitating youth engagement activities, maintaining communication with families and caregivers, and connecting participants to appropriate community resources.

The Program Coordinator for the mentoring program enhances the reputation of AHF by working with the South Side Help Center team to demonstrate strong relationship-building skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to engage youth from diverse backgrounds with respect, patience, and consistency. The successful candidate will be organized, adaptable, and capable of balancing direct service responsibilities with program coordination, documentation, outreach, and compliance requirements. Experience with case notes, data tracking systems, community engagement, and partnership development is preferred. Because this role is focused on building trusted relationships with young people, the successful candidate must demonstrate maturity, sound judgment, reliability, and genuine commitment to youth empowerment. The ideal candidate understands the impact that a consistent, caring adult presence can have on a young person’s development and approaches each interaction with empathy, accountability, and respect for youth voice and self-determination.

You will be a passionate advocate for our top initiatives.

To be successful as the Program Coordinator of the Youth Mentoring Program, it is crucial to ensure that the AHF Core Values and Mission stay top of mind with all that you do. At AHF, we are nimble and able to adapt in a dynamic environment to assist in providing the best experience for our clients and workplace for our employees.

AHF has a collaborative organizational structure where staff are accountable to multiple leaders. The Program Coordinator will work as a part of a close-knit team to ensure quality service delivery, maintaining program standards, strengthening community connections, and helping youth access the support and opportunities needed to thrive.

AHF Commitment

We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.

Compensation

$25-26

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