Wellness Coordinator II

TITLE:
Wellness Coordinator II

OBJECTIVE:
Empower families with the tools, resources, and experiences necessary to cultivate holistic wellness in alignment with Stars’ mission, vision, and desired outcomes.

SCOPE:
The Wellness Coordinator II serves as a bridge between students, families, and community wellness resources—building trusted relationships and fostering a culture of care that supports every family’s pathway to well-being.

CLASSIFICATION:
Part-time, Non-Exempt

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to the Wellness Manager
• May supervise one AmeriCorps VISTA or intern as assigned
• Collaborates with Stars program staff to ensure students are equipped to thrive
• Works closely with the Wellness Assistant and Wellness Manager as part of the wellness team
• Partners with internal teams and external stakeholders to support family and community wellness

HOURS:

• 20–25 hours per week
• Occasional evening and weekend events required
• Flexible administrative hours

QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience engaging with social, emotional, psychological, fitness, and wellness ecosystems
• Strong ability to build trust and community among youth and families
• A deep alignment with Stars’ mission, vision, and core values
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• High integrity, self-direction, and a strong commitment to excellence
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms) and drafting Memorandums of Understanding
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com)
• Certification in fitness, wellness, or nutrition is strongly preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Wellness Coordinator will work in collaboration with:

• Local universities and colleges
• Faith-based institutions and ministry leaders
• Stars staff, volunteers, and parents
• Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) partners
• Community-based organizations and wellness collaborators

Wellness:

• Deliver accessible wellness information and programming to help families make informed, healthy lifestyle choices
• Design and lead wellness activities through the lens of self-care, us-care, and movement
• Organize trauma-informed wellness events and experiences for fire-impacted and stress-affected community members
• Integrate play, rest, and regulation strategies into staff care days and gatherings
• Connect Stars’ food distribution efforts to family nutrition and wellness education
• Coordinate fitness-based opportunities for families to build physical strength and endurance
• Partner on educational sessions focused on nutrition, exercise, and preventative care

Faith:

• Plan seasonal or quarterly family-friendly events rooted in the Christian liturgical calendar (e.g., Advent, Lent, Easter)
• Facilitate inclusive wellness events that promote spiritual well-being and connection
• Collaborate with churches and faith-based partners to connect families with local opportunities for encouragement, movement, and belonging

Environmental Wellness:

• Help families create healthy, safe, and toxin-free living environments
• Promote environmental stewardship and the healing of local ecosystems, especially in fire-impacted communities
• Co-lead community listening sessions and planning circles to co-design goals for hazard-free homes and green spaces
• Distribute educational materials and opportunities that align with holistic environmental health

Emotional Wellness:

• Facilitate opportunities for families to explore emotional intelligence, expression, and healing
• Support Stars’ mental health collaborations and refer families to trusted providers
• Participate in integrated wellness efforts alongside Stars’ Mental Health team when joint initiatives arise

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

1. Physical ability to work around children including sitting, standing, kneeling and climbing stairs for extended periods of time.  
2. Work at a computer, requiring the ability to send and receive information with necessary optical, auditory, and manual dexterity. 
3. Use a keyboard and mouse to enter, retrieve or transfer words or data information and/or move from screen to screen on the computer to view information.  
4. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comprehend and speak English. 
5. Display the reading skills necessary to proofread written material.