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Description
V2 is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Youth Specialist to support middle
and high school youth participating in our afterschool prevention and wellness programs. The
Youth Specialist plays a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where
young people can build healthy relationships, strengthen social-emotional skills, and develop
resilience.
This position works directly with youth through mentoring, group facilitation, enrichment
activities, academic support, and prevention-based programming focused on mental wellness,
life skills, leadership, and healthy decision-making.
Essential Responsibilities
Youth Engagement & Relationship Building
o Build positive, supportive relationships with youth participants.
o Create a welcoming, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment.
o Serve as a positive role model and mentor for adolescents.
o Encourage youth participation, leadership, and personal growth.
Program Facilitation
o Assist in planning and facilitating afterschool activities, workshops, and small
groups.
o Support implementation of prevention and wellness curriculum related to:
o Social-emotional learning
o Mental wellness
o Substance use prevention
o Mindfulness and coping skills
o Healthy relationships
o Leadership development
o Facilitate recreational, enrichment, and team-building activities.
o Assist with therapeutic art, mindfulness, and wellness-based programming as
needed.
Behavioral Support
o Support youth in developing communication, self-regulation, and problemsolving
skills.
o Help maintain appropriate behavior expectations using positive behavior
management strategies.
o Identify youth needing additional support and communicate concerns to
supervisors.
Family & Community Engagement
o Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents, caregivers, school
staff, and community partners.
o Represent V2 positively within the community.
Qualifications
o High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in social
work, psychology, education, human services, counseling, or related field
preferred.
o Experience working with middle or high school youth preferred.
o Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
o Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
o Understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches preferred.
o Ability to lead groups and engage youth in meaningful activities.
o CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
o Must successfully complete background screening requirements.
Preferred Skills & Experience
• Experience with prevention programming, youth development, or mentoring.
• Knowledge of social-emotional learning and mindfulness practices.
• Experience facilitating groups or enrichment activities.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and support youth behavior positively.
• Creative, flexible, and team-oriented mindset.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to actively supervise and engage with youth in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Work Schedule
• Typically weekday afternoons (11 am - 6 pm)
• Additional hours for planning, administration, and recruitment events
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR VISITS.
About V2
V2 is committed to empowering youth through prevention, mental wellness, leadership
development, and supportive community programming. Our mission is to help young people
build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and thrive socially, emotionally, and
academically.
V2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity within our staff, programs, and
community.
How To Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to info@v2ga.org
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR VISITS.