The posting
Lili’uokalani Center (LC): Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT’s signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital supports and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy. Currently under construction, LC is set to open in Spring of 2025. Job Purpose: The Wellness Manager oversees culturally integrated wellness programming, clinic operations, and the management of clinical resources and referral processes at Liliʻuokalani Center. In a leadership role, they manage mobile clinic providers and collaborate with the ʻŌlino Pathways Arts & Culture, Culinary, and Life Readiness teams. This position requires expertise in clinical practices, systems navigation, cultural sensitivity, and team leadership to ensure high-quality, holistic wellness services. Essential Responsibilities:
Provides leadership for the development and implementation of wellness programming and services at Liliʻuokalani Center Work collaboratively to develop appropriate, relevant wellness programs that integrate with other disciplines, highlight youth voices, and allow for youth co-facilitation Design and implement creative strategies for engaging youth in wellness programming Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate a wellness team Implement evidence-informed and culturally relevant interventions Through intentional programmatic development, design, and implementation, cultivate a sense of community, belonging, and social/emotional support for kamalei Provide resources and support to LC staff to promote well-being and effective service delivery Integrate innovative, evidence-based approaches in holistic wellness to enhance programs and service offerings Oversee clinic operations, coordinate mobile providers, and manage referral processes to improve service access Support system navigation for youth and families, ensuring connection to appropriate clinical and community resources
Other Duties:
Participate in and lead, as appropriate, program planning, budget development, and evaluation Provide transportation for organization related business, such as driving staff, and beneficiaries to assigned destinations Participate in continuing education and training opportunities for professional development As appropriate, serve as a thought leader both internally and externally Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills and striving to improve team and organization results Foster partnerships and maintain effective communication with community stakeholders to enhance service delivery and accessibility for kamalei
Manage budgetary allocations related to wellness services and program activities, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource optimization Oversee administrative tasks such as scheduling, reporting, and documentation to maintain efficient operations
Qualifications:
Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field; licensure as a clinical therapist (e.g., LCSW, LMHC, etc.) preferred Deep understanding of Native Hawaiian culture, values, and history, with the ability to integrate these into wellness programming, fostering connection and holistic development Knowledge of evidence-informed interventions and therapeutic modalities relevant to holistic wellness Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Job Competencies:
Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations
Travel Requirements: In alignment with our organizational competencies of Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork) and Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement), this position will require occasional travel across the island, inter-island, and out-of-state depending on the needs of the team and the organization. While travel may not always be a need, the ability to travel when required remains a crucial aspect of this position. Organization Competencies:
Alignment with Queen’s legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families, and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action. No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others
Physical Requirements: Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. SALARY RANGE ADVERTISED IS THE HIRING OR STARTING RANGE FOR THE ROLE.
Job Title: Wellness Manager
Reports to: Director, Community Engagement and Wellness
FLSA Status: FT; Exempt
Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer
Kīpuka: Lili’uokalani Center
Department: Youth Programs
