Organization Summary
Centro Hispano de Frederick has been addressing the needs of immigrants, especially Hispanic individuals for more than 20 years by educating, equipping, and empowering them, and providing services so that they may improve their quality of life and reach their full potential.
Why Join Centro Hispano
At Centro Hispano de Frederick, your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the community. As our Éxito Wellness Program Coordinator you will play a key role in strengthening the systems, processes, and partnerships that allow Centro Hispano de Frederick to compassionately and professionally serve individuals and families throughout Frederick County.
Position SummaryCentro Hispano de Frederick seeks an Éxito Wellness Program Coordinator with experience in managing and leading team members as well as fiscal governance, including budget and grant management. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Éxito Wellness Program Coordinator is primarily responsible for providing direct services of social emotional learning and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) education to children 2nd-12th Grade. The Éxito Program Coordinator will plan and develop innovative social and emotional learning and STEAM programming, which includes group programming and one-on-one intervention. This program also provides educational programing to the parents of students enrolled in the Éxito Wellness Program. Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the planning and implementation of hands-on, project-based after-school and out-of-school social emotional wellness and STEAM learning that includes instruction, evaluation, community service events, and/or service-learning projects and workshops
- Responsible for the implementation and facilitation of education and children and youth development curriculum specifically related to elementary and middle school that includes but is not limited to college preparation, financial literacy, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM), career exploration, and health and wellness
- Plan, lead, and participate in meaningful yearly Éxito Summer Program, assist with setting goals and objectives, and ensure a positive experience for each child and youth
- Work with a case manager to maintain a minimum caseload of approximately 120 children and youth participants during the school year and 160 during the summer
- Actively oversee the Case Management Process with a case manager
- Coordinate group sessions, including, but not limited to: STEAM, Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Groups, Academic Support/Tutoring Groups, and Recreational Sessions, as outlined in the program curriculum. Coordinate parent education sessions
- Maintain accurate documentation and data collection of services in required databases and produce programmatic reports as requested
- Administer and collect evaluation data as required by funders and for continuous program improvement
- Participate in regular organizational team meetings and attend on-going training opportunities as needed
- Maintain case notes and participant files and ensure that all reporting requirements are adhered to as outlined by the funder and program for every client interaction
- Work collaboratively with community partners and other organizations linking clients with needed services
- Responsible for other children’s activities and projects
- Perform other duties/special projects as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Responsibilities include overseeing instructional team, case worker, and emotional support specialist and all service delivery related to the Éxito Wellness Program
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
This position requires the individual to:
- Have an understanding of the characteristics, issues, needs and interests of Hispanic and at-risk children and youth
- Have a thorough knowledge of and fluency in current technology and be unafraid of experimenting with new technology
- Be well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to work on multiple projects concurrently, as well as develop out of-school time digital learning and maker experiences
- Experience with using and teaching any of the following is preferred: graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, 3D modeling tools such as SketchUp, TinkerCad, Blender, 3D printing, Laser Cutter, Vinyl Cutter, Heat Press, screen printing, filmmaking, music production, etc.
- Experience supervising and supporting staff and volunteers is a plus
- Experience in classroom management and restorative practices is a plus
- Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, conflict mediation, facilitation, and leadership skills
- Ability to work with ethnically diverse groups of youth to support their social and emotional learning and development
- Have knowledge and understanding of budgeting and the ability to manage a program budget
- Have knowledge and understanding of community resources and facilities available to children, youth, and families
- Have a solid understanding of children and youth programming
- Have a high level of integrity and the ability to establish trust and maintain support with children and youth
- Be able to plan, organize, implement, coordinate and evaluate a client’s issues and any program needs of children and youth
- Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with health professionals and community organizations or agencies
- Have the ability to make accurate and objective observations
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Have the ability to work independently
- Have the ability to use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software
- Demonstrate initiative, tact, and courtesy
- Must understand, maintain, and uphold the mission and vision of the Centro Hispano de Frederick
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Maryland
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field required
- Master’s degree in related field strongly preferred
- 3+years of STEAM programming or experience preferred
- 5+ years of child welfare experience preferred
- Strong computer skills are required especially with case management data systems
- Must be professional, mature, and willing to be a role model
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a Part Time in-person position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday afternoons. Some evening and weekend work will be required, as well as offsite work.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Working Conditions and Accessibility
This position combines office, community, and program-site work. Duties may include extended periods of sitting or standing, local travel, and occasional lifting or moving of program materials up to approximately 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How to Apply
Please submit a résumé and brief cover letter to MDouge@FrederickCountyMD.gov by October 3, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For Additional Information
Please visit the Centro Hispano de Frederick website at https://www.centrohispanodefrederick.org/.
Pay: $35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
