Adolescent Coordinator

Description

Now Hiring: Adolescent Wellness Coordinator
Jefferson Campus, Brooklyn, NY
Full-Time | Hybrid School-Based & Community Health Setting

Are you passionate about adolescent health, community engagement, and empowering youth? Do you believe in holistic wellness, culturally competent care, and the transformative power of education? Join us at BMS @ Jefferson—where we center young voices and create healthier futures, together.

Under the leadership of the BMS@ Jefferson Program Manager and in close collaboration with our dynamic School-Based Health Center (SBHC) team, the Adolescent Wellness Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing health equity and student success across Jefferson Campus.

What You'll Do

As our Adolescent Wellness Coordinator, you’ll serve as a bridge between students, healthcare providers, and community partners—helping adolescents thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. Your work will span three key areas:

SBHC Outreach & Enrollment

• Lead creative outreach initiatives to boost enrollment and awareness of SBHC services.
  
• Organize clinic tours for incoming 9th graders and promote health campaigns across campus.
  
• Facilitate student intake and appointment scheduling with care and compassion.
  

Wellness Education & Health Promotion

• Design and deliver engaging wellness workshops and events (think: health fairs, trivia nights, and peer-led discussions).
  
• Partner with local organizations and NYC Teens Connection to bring evidence-based education programs like Seventeen Days and Plan A to students.
  
• Work closely with school staff to integrate health education that resonates with students' lives.
  

Youth Leadership & Workforce Development

• Support students applying to DYCD’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and MSKCC’s Summer Internship Program.
  
• Coordinate professional development and health advocacy trainings for student leaders.
  
• Help young people discover their voice—and their career path.
  

Requirements

What You Bring

We’re looking for a mission-driven, youth-centered professional who can build trust, inspire change, and juggle details with ease.

• Education & Experience: Associate degree required; Bachelor’s preferred. At least 2 years working in community healthcare, youth services, or reproductive health.
• Youth Empowerment: Proven experience supporting teen leadership or peer education programs.
• Administrative Strength: 2+ years of clerical experience and confidence using Microsoft Office, databases, and Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
• Communication Skills: Clear, inclusive communicator with a knack for building relationships across diverse communities.
• Flexibility & Drive: Willingness to work some evenings and travel locally as needed. Independent, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

At BMS @ Jefferson, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and compassion. You’ll have opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and direct impact on the lives of Brooklyn youth.

We believe in whole-person wellness—and that includes you.

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest and experience to [Insert Application Email or Portal Link].

BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience in the communities we serve.