Regional Convention Wellness Specialist

The role

The Regional Convention Wellness Specialist monitors the emotional well-being of all participants and staff. This person identifies and meets participant needs and responds to crisis situations during conventions.

What you will do

• Monitor the emotional well-being of all participants and staff
• Review participant profiles to help staff plan for needs
• Observe participants and follow up on potential issues
• Assist with adjustment issues and separation anxiety
• Provide support to staff regarding participant behavior
• Be alert to issues from pre-existing family situations
• Consult with staff working with children with diagnosed disorders
• Work with nurse to monitor overlap of physical and emotional wellbeing
• Meet with individual teens or groups when necessary
• Respond to crisis situations

Required qualifications

• Carry state license in home state
• Master's level degree in social work, counseling, or similar (LSW, LCSW, LISW, LPC, Ph.D, Psy D., LMFT)
• Must complete all necessary BBYO trainings prior to Convention
• Must stay onsite with teens for duration of convention

Before you apply

• Position is an independent contract role

About the company

BBYO is a pluralistic, Jewish teen movement providing leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences. It offers year-round activities and world-wide travel experiences.