Wellness Program Assistant Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.00 Hourly
Location : Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 26-03835
Department: Department of Community Services
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Class Summary
This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.
Job DescriptionThe Part-time Building Brains Afterschool Program Director will be responsible for assisting the Program Supervisor with planning and implementing programming to meet the needs of the children in attendance. They will collaborate and assist Afterschool Leaders with designing and implementing activities and assignments to encourage attendee's intellectual, creative, artistic, and athletic enrichment and abilities.
Essential Duties

• Monitor individuals and small groups of students, ensure student understand and adhere to program rules and procedures
• Maintain appropriate order and student conduct
• Maintain program standards of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities without interfering with natural, informal atmosphere or the Afterschool Program; assist in resolving student disputes; refer serious discipline problems to program supervisor
• Assist Program Supervisor with planning and conducting or orientation program for parents and students and developing calendar of program activities
• Interact with children to build self-esteem and form a comfort level with their peers, providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
• Oversee students in art and physical activities
• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of program activities, answer telephones, and schedule activities
• Operate a variety of afterschool program and office supplies and equipment
• Act as a liaison between parents, staff, and school personnel; assist in conferring with parents regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist with budgeting and expenditures and inventory of equipment and supplies
• Collaborate to develop and implement a public relations agenda to promote student enrollment and communicate the objectives and activities of the after-school program
• Monitor children to ensure their health, safety and physical well-being
• Maintain a clean and organized environment for students; demonstrate and involve students in cleaning and organizing the program areas before, during, and after use
• Maintain program stands of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities without interfering with the natural, informal atmosphere of the Afterschool Program; assist in resolving student disputes; refer serious discipline programs to program supervisor.

Public Speaking Duties

• Lead educational programs in front of 10 to 25 children

Other Job Requirements/Information

• This job requires fingerprinting: Candidates must undergo a comprehensive background check and obtain a satisfactory determination from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL). Per Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning regulations, continued employment is contingent upon the results of a post-hire fingerprint-based background check.

Hourly rate
Salary will be $21.00 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma AND
• One year experience working with and monitoring school-aged children in organized camp, afterschool, daycare, or similar setting
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
• CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of employment

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Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
This position does not have benefits.
01
Have you completed a degree in early childhood education, elementary education, or a related field?

• Have not completed a degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study

02
If applicable, please list specific field of study for college courses/degree.
03
How many years of experience do you have working with and monitoring school-aged children in organized camp, afterschool, daycare, or a similar setting?

• none
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 or more years

04
How many years of supervisory/management experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05
Describe your supervisory/management experience. If none, type N/A.
06
What do you see as the greatest challenge for out-of-school education?
07
What do you like best about working with children?
08
Do you have a valid CPR/First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question