Wellness Coach 1 - Grant funded - 1 year at Griffin Technology Academies

About the Employer

Welcome to Griffin Technology Academies - Griffin Technology Academies is located in one of the most affordable areas to live in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are less than 35 miles from downtown San Francisco and thirteen miles away from Napa Valley. The city is filled with open spaces, cultural events, new and old businesses, and most importantly, a sense of community. Griffin Technology Academies (GTA Schools) is a network of 4 charter schools in Vallejo, California that focuses on providing students with a high-quality education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. The first GTA charter, Mare Island Technology Academy Middle and High Schools was founded in 2001, later adding Griffin Academy Middle and High Schools in 2018. GTA Schools serve students in grades 6-12. Griffin Technology Academies offer a variety of programs and services designed to support students in achieving academic success. These include: small class sizes, personalized instruction, extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities like, burgeoning athletic programs, before and after school care program, early college (dual enrollment, articulation, concurrent enrollment), AVID, and CTE courses. The schools also provide students with access to technology resources, including laptops and tablets. Students in High School have the opportunity for community service and internships overseen by our Work-Based Learning Coordinator (WBL). What makes our schools special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active and responsible citizens in a diverse society by engaging students in a challenging curriculum that provides a solid foundation of academic skills in a safe learning environment. We invite you to come learn with us. GTA offers Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life), participation in California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), Union Representation, and very competitive salaries.

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Job Summary

The Certified Wellness Coach l (CWC l) is a state-certified profession established by California’s Department of Health Access and Information (HCAI) as part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative. The role of the CWC l is to assist CWC ll and School Counselors in ensuring delivery of information and recommendations to parents and students and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement. Coaching and related services performed may include: Wellness promotion and education Care Coordination Individual and group support The Certified Wellness Coach I works under the direction of the Wellness Coordinator and Site Admin and is intended to offer mental health and wellness services to students throughout GTA. The CWC l will offer mental health and wellness services to students individually and/or in small groups. Additionally, The Wellness Coach l will support the School Counselors in providing classroom-based social emotional learning (SEL) to all students along a Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS). As directed, the Wellness Coach l will support as needed with projects and events related to Wellness for Staff, Students and Families.

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