Youth Success Coach

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida seeks a Youth Success Coach to empower members through mentoring, coaching, and developmental support aligned with our mission. The role emphasizes social-emotional wellness, academic achievement, and life skills, while ensuring safety and accurate record-keeping at multiple Florida locations.

Responsibilities include leading group sessions, fostering belonging, guiding youth toward resilience, and coordinating with staff to meet grant objectives and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or a related field.
• Certified Life Coach (CLC) or similar certification preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in youth development, life coaching, or mentoring settings.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring, coaching, and youth development: provide group coaching sessions on goal setting, academics, confidence, conflict resolution, and social-emotional well-being.
• Establish trusting relationships with youth to encourage participation and strong support systems.
• Support youth in developing life skills, resilience, and positive choices aligned with program outcomes.
• Educate and mentor youth to overcome challenges by identifying barriers and connecting with resources.
• Monitor youth participation and safety on-site and during off-site events; track progress and maintain records.

Skills

Coaching & Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or related field

Certified Life Coach (CLC) or similar

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Operations Club

REPORTS TO: Director of Social Emotional Development & Program Impact

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

WORKER CATEGORY:Part-Time

Employment Term: Grant-Funded through December 2027

EMPLOYMENT FUNCTION:Professional

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:

• Apopka Branch
  • 445 West 13th Street, Apopka, FL 32703
• Bradley Otis Clubhouse
  • 700 South Lakeland Ave, Orlando, FL 32805

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Youth Success Coach empowers club members to unlock their potential by providing engaging mentoring, coaching, and developmental support that aligns with the mission and program priorities of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. This dynamic role facilitates small and large group workshops focused on social-emotional wellness, academic achievement, and life skills, while building authentic relationships that foster resilience, confidence, and a culture of belonging. The position monitors youth participation and safety on-site and during off-site events, maintains accurate records tracking growth and progress, and ensures compliance with grant objectives and organizational standards. By inspiring continuous growth and connecting youth to essential resources, the Youth Success Coach drives positive outcomes for members, club families, and the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mentoring, Coaching, and Youth Development

• Provide group coaching sessions focused on goal setting, academic success, confidence building, conflict resolution, healthy decision-makinging, and social-emotional well-being.
• Establish trusting relationships with youth members to encourage participation, engagement, and strong support systems.
• Support club members in developing life skills, promoting resilience, and making positive choices that align with BGCCF program outcomes: Education & Career Development, Character & Leadership Development, Sports, Fitness, & Recreation, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, Mental Health.
• Adapt coaching strategies to meet diverse learning styles, abilities, and personal development needs, fostering confidence and independence.
• Educate and mentor youth to overcome challenges by identifying barriers to success and connecting them with supportive resources.
• Create a coaching environment that balances structure, warmth, and playfulness to promote reflection, growth, and belonging.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) & Behavioral Support

• Conduct group coaching workshops focused on emotional regulation, peer collaboration, resilience, and stress management.
• Support youth in managing behavioral challenges by reinforcing positive behavior strategies and productive routines within the Club setting.
• Partner with the Club Director and Supervisor to respond to crises, ensuring timely support and appropriate referrals to mental health or social service providers.
• Model professionalism, empathy, and supportive communication to build a safe, inclusive, and empowering Club culture.

Academic and College Success Coaching

• Meet with youth members in small groups to review academic content, clarify concepts, and support assignment completion.
• Guide study habits, executive functioning skills, organization, and time management.
• Develop and monitor individualized Student Success Development Plans in collaboration with the Club Service Director and Director of Social Emotional Development & Program Impact.
• Track academic progress and collaborate with Club Directors, parents, teachers, and support staff to address academic challenges early.
• Assist students with course selection, graduation planning, and college or career readiness.

College, Career, and Workforce Readiness

• Guide students through college, vocational, and career pathways, including applications, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
• Facilitate career exploration activities, workforce readiness workshops, and job-shadowing or internship placements in partnership with local organizations and businesses.
• Plan and lead community service and civic engagement projects that strengthen youth leadership and real-world skills.

Program Implementation and Collaboration

• Develop and deliver engaging coaching activities and curricula aligned with organizational mission, grant objectives, and Club programming goals.
• Partner with program staff to assess youth needs and integrate success coaching strategies into daily activities.
• Collaborate across departments to strengthen program delivery, share best practices, and continuously improve outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive team culture through active participation in meetings, professional learning, and staff development opportunities.
• Support data collection, evaluation, and reporting processes to ensure compliance with grant requirements and to demonstrate measurable member impact.
• Participate in family engagement events, open houses, and community outreach activities to build strong connections between the Club and member families.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Certified Life Coach (CLC) or similar certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of experience in youth development, life coaching, academic success coaching, or a related field.
• Experience working in school-based programs, youth organizations, or mentoring settings.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and connect with youth from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering engaging coaching or mentoring programs aligned with organizational mission and curriculum.
• Experience collaborating with staff, families, and community partners to identify and address youth needs.
• Familiarity with academic and success coaching techniques, including goal setting, confidence building, conflict resolution, and healthy decision-making.
• Understanding of challenges faced by students and commitment to removing barriers to success.
• Proficiency in Salesforce or other academic management software preferred.

Skills:

• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire and motivate.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational