Location
Roxbury, Maine
Salary
$11,500 - $12,600/yr
Provide one-on-one and group-based behavioral health and social-emotional coaching to youth in grades 3-12. Document youth interactions and participate in professional development and supervision meetings.
Must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old. Requires the ability to pass a background check and commit to 15 hours per week for the duration of the service term.
Before being placed at sites, there will be an orientation period from August 31 to September 24. Coaches must be available for a morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (1pm-4-pm) slot on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to attend in-person training and activities.
High school Diploma/ GED equivalent Be 18 years old or older at start of service Able to pass DESE Background Check Reliable means of transportation to attend service site and trainings Able to commit 15 hours per week from August 31st, 2026-June 25th, 2027, upon successful completion of background screening Able to commit to a 42-week service term aligned with the school calendar. This service term applies to all slot types. Essential Service Activities: Facilitate structured 1:1 and small group coaching sessions for youth focused on behavioral health, social-emotional skill building, and wellness promotion. Deliver coaching services in either a school-day setting or an out-of-school-time (OST) setting, as assigned: School-day setting: Provide scheduled coaching sessions during the school day in coordination with school staff; coaching does not replace academic instruction, classroom management, or administrative duties. Out-of-school time setting: Provide structured coaching sessions and wellness activities during after-school programming; role does not include general program staffing, supervision coverage, or administrative support. Maintain a clearly defined coaching role and scope of service; responsibilities are limited to youth coaching, relationship building, and wellness support and do not include clerical tasks, substitute teaching, or general operational support. Travel to the Roxbury office and off-site Boston locations for onboarding and training in August and September 2026; travel to the assigned service site 3 days per week; and travel to the Roxbury office at least once per month throughout the service year. Attend all scheduled orientation and training sessions; complete required service hours for the assigned term (slot type); comply with all WCP requirements; and serve through the program’s graduation date. Participate in weekly meetings with your supervisor and on-site coordinator. Attend bi-weekly group seminars. Document and submit timely, accurate coach activity notes capturing youth interactions, including session length, presenting concerns, interventions provided, and outcomes. Uphold professional standards and maintain appropriate boundaries. Marginal Activities: Support and engage with youth during field trips as opportunities to build relationships and reinforce social-emotional and wellness skills in real-world settings. Participate in outdoor and indoor recreational activities to promote positive peer interaction, physical activity, and social-emotional development. Attend and engage in events organized by the host site or Walker that align with youth development, relationship building, and wellness promotion goals. Provide brief, in-the-moment support to students during the school day (e.g., helping students regulate, stay engaged, or problem-solve), when aligned with coaching goals and not serving in a tutoring or instructional role. Engage with students during unstructured times (e.g., lunch) to build rapport, model positive social interactions, and support social-emotional skill development. Skills and experience: Proficiency in basic computer systems for documentation and communication. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply (but not required). Have experience working with youth. Strong organizational skills. Reliable, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team. Non-Discrimination Statement Walker prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), political affiliation, familial status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, reprisal, submission of a complaint, genetic information (including family medical history), military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. Walker is committed to building a workforce that reflects and respects the diversity of the communities served. Accommodations Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed for applications, interviews, and service. Please contact our Operations Manager Teale Bohen at tbohen@walkercares.org, if you require accommodations. Questions about the position: Please reach out to Taiany Goulart at tgoulart@walkercares.org. Qualifications
Market context
Wellness coach openings in Maine often appeal to candidates interested in community-based health support and service-oriented work. These roles can be competitive because they typically require a high school diploma or GED, age 18+, background checks, and an 11-month commitment, while offering a living stipend, transportation support, mentorship, and post-service job placement help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm you can meet the service-term expectations before applying.
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