Trauma-Informed School Wellness Coordinator

Volunteers of America North Louisiana; Mansfield (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Accrue sick time and vacation time

Paid holidays

401K with matching after 1 year of服务

Job summary

Volunteers of America North Louisiana seeks a DeSoto Parish Behavioral Health School Wellness Coordinator to join our school-based team. This full-time role supports trauma-informed care, student well-being, and collaborative services with schools and families.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a human service field, at least one year working with at-risk youth, and local travel. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, psychology, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience with school and/or at-risk youth.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or obtain upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with students, families, and supports.
• Coordinate services with School Wellness Team, clinicians, and community providers.
• Travel locally and conduct outreach in school and community settings.
• Establish school-specific wellness goals and implement trauma-informed initiatives.
• Maintain a student caseload, assess needs, provide supports, and engage caregivers.
• Recognize and respond to escalating concerns using de-escalation and crisis procedures.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in EHR and track contacts, services, and outcomes.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, training, quality-improvement activities.
• Communicate promptly, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.

Skills

Relationship building

Adolescent development

Communication & writing

Risk assessment

Data-informed decisions

Organization & time management

Program data systems

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Electronic health records

Job description

Volunteers of America North Louisiana seeks a DeSoto Parish Behavioral Health School Wellness Coordinator to join our school-based team. This full-time role supports trauma-informed care, student well-being, and collaborative services with schools and families.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a human service field, at least one year working with at-risk youth, and local travel. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.