Youth Program Care Coordinator

Job description:

Cognitive Hygiene Advanced Therapy (C.H.A.T.) is seeking a Part-Time Care Coordinator to join our team and support youth in our Youth Therapy After-School Program and Summer Camp. This role is essential to ensuring the day-to-day operations of the program run smoothly by assisting with administrative tasks, organizing materials, helping prepare daily snacks and meals, maintaining communication with families, and supporting staff and youth during therapeutic activities.

As a year-round program, C.H.A.T. offers after-school therapeutic services during the academic year and transitions into a 9-10 week summer camp to continue providing mental health support in an engaging, structured setting. The 2026 Summer Camp will run from June 1st to August 7th, with therapeutic hours adjusted accordingly.

Schedule & Compensation:

• After-School Program (August 18, 2025- May 22, 2026): Monday - Friday, 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM
• Summer Camp (June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026): Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
• Compensation: $20 per hour
• Part-Time Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly interact with youth to assist the clinical team during group activities, therapeutic assignments, and field trips
• Support the QMHS and therapists with day-to-day structure and youth engagement
• Help maintain order and consistency by applying firm but respectful disciplinary strategies as needed
• Monitor and redirect inappropriate behavior while helping youth de-escalate and return to task
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and structured environment
• Prepare and distribute daily snacks and light meals for program participants
• Collect and organize documentation from parents/guardians (e.g., updated forms, attendance sheets, permission slips)
• Complete non-clinical paperwork such as incident reports and basic behavioral logs
• Support setup and cleanup of group rooms, recreational spaces, and therapy areas
• Assist with organizing materials for group assignments, arts and crafts, and activities
• Help communicate program reminders and updates to families as needed
• Participate in event setup, activity facilitation, and supply management

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree in social work, psychology, education, or a related field preferred
• Experience: At least one year of experience working with youth in a school, recreational, or behavioral health setting
• Skills: Strong communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work well under pressure and in fast-paced, structured environments

Additional Requirements:

• Must be dependable, punctual, and professional
• Comfortable using email, basic spreadsheets, and communication tools (text, phone)
• Valid Ohio or Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to complete a criminal background check and drug screening
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and assist with light cleaning, setup, or physical engagement during activities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Cognitive Hygiene Advanced Therapy (C.H.A.T.) is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, age, sex, creed, national origin, economic status, sexual orientation, or physical disability. Our hiring practices ensure fairness and equity in recruitment, training, and advancement opportunities.

If you enjoy working hands-on with youth in a structured, therapeutic setting and are looking for a meaningful part-time opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20