Taya Lounge Coordinator

The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre (CICC) invites suitably qualified candidates including Caymanian applicants to apply for the position of:

TAYA LOUNGE COORDINATOR

The TAYA Lounge Coordinator provides intervention, prevention and educational services to at-risk children and youth, who have experienced or witnessed child maltreatment, domestic or sexual abuse, dating violence, childhood trauma, and other related challenges. The working hours for this position are Monday to Friday, from 12pm to 8pm. However, flexibility is essential, as the TAYA Lounge Coordinator may be required to work outside of these scheduled hours, including weekends, to accommodate clients’ needs and support various activities & events.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed, intervention and prevention services to at-risk children and youth affected by child maltreatment, domestic or sexual abuse, dating violence, substance abuse, trauma, and other adverse experiences, including those with complex socio-emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate activities, individual and group sessions that promote emotional well-being, positive behaviour, resilience, and healthy relationships.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that encourages well-being, personal growth, and positive development.
• Prepare grant proposals to support TAYA Lounge programme and complete required reports. Manage the operations of the TAYA Lounge, including the recruitment, training and supervision of interns and volunteers.
• Ensure programme materials, supplies, groceries, and other essential resources are adequately stocked and readily available.
• Collaborate with professionals, service providers, and community organisations that support youth.
• Comply with CICC’s confidentiality policies, child abuse prevention policies, and other applicable policies and procedures.
• Respond to calls received through the 24-hour crisis line and administrative phone calls.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• A minimum of two years’ experience working with children and at-risk youth with complex social-emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs, including those affected by domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and client-centered approaches.
• Excellent knowledge of case management principles, strong verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain professional boundaries and objectivity while demonstrating empathy, compassion, and sensitivity.
• Demonstrate maturity, dedication, initiative, self-reliance, strong work ethics with the ability to remain effective in challenging and stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as a part of multidisciplinary team.

General Working Hours: Monday – Friday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (a total of 40 hours or more per week; flexibility is required). Compensation: Salary CI$23.00-CI$25.00 p/hour plus statutory benefits.

We encourage qualified candidates to apply by sending a cover letter, resume and two professional references via email to: [email protected] The deadline for applications is the 10th of November 2026. Any applications received after this time will not be eligible for consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.