Positive Psychology Assistant

TotalWellness4Us, LLC

(Internship / Part‑Time Assistant — Remote + El Paso + Guadalajara)

Position Title:

Positive Psychology & Financial Well‑Being Assistant (Internship) (Communications • CRM • Events • Research • Digital Support)

Organization:

TotalWellness4Us, LLC Founded by Thomas M. Calkusic Jr., MAPP, CFP® Keynote Speaker • Positive Psychologist • Author • Retreat Leader • Financial Well‑Being Pioneer

About TotalWellness4Us

TotalWellness4Us is a mission‑driven organization dedicated to improving financial well‑being, communication, and human flourishingthrough retreats, workshops, online courses, and community programs — including work inside prisons, schools, and wellness organizations.

Our philosophy is simple:

We live in an interdependent world. Everything we do and everything we want is shaped by the people around us.

We help individuals, families, and communities build healthier relationships, stronger communication, and meaningful financial lives.

Our founder, Tom Calkusic, is:

• A 36‑year financial services leader and former Certified Financial Planner
• A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology program(MAPP)
• A pioneer in Positive Psychology integration into Financial Planning
• A retreat leader in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
• A speaker and often Keynoter invited by Boston Public Schools Lead Psychologist and encouraged to apply for TEDx from peers he coached on public speaking
• A former educator inside prisons, now developing a Texas‑approved online course for incarcerated individuals

Students who join us gain real‑world experience in psychology, communication, financial well‑being, event planning, and digital operations.

Role Overview

We are hiring 1or 2 student assistants to support upcoming projects, including:

• A book launch
• A Puerto Vallarta retreat
• A Texas State Prison online course
• Website updates
• CRM organization
• Communication workflows
• Event logistics
• Research and content support

This role is ideal for students studying:

• Psychology
• Positive Psychology
• Social Work
• Communications
• Education
• Public Health
• Business
• Marketing
• Finance
• Human Development
• Criminal Justice
• Nonprofit Leadership

Key Responsibilities

Students will support one or more of the following areas:

Communication & Relationship Support

• Assist with communication workflows
• Help organize contact lists and outreach
• Support relationship‑centered messaging
• Draft simple scripts, summaries, or outreach templates

Financial Well‑Being & Positive Psychology Projects

• Help organize materials for the Texas prison course
• Assist with research on financial well‑being, resilience, and communication
• Support curriculum development

Retreat & Event Operations

• Coordinate logistics for the Puerto Vallarta retreat
• Assist with materials, checklists, and attendee communication
• Help manage storage in El Paso or Guadalajara (if local)

Digital & Website Support

• Update pages on TotalWellness4Us.com
• Assist with Kajabi content uploads
• Help organize digital files and resources

CRM & Administrative Support

• Organize contacts
• Track communication
• Maintain simple spreadsheets
• Support scheduling and follow‑up

What You’ll Learn

Students will gain hands‑on experience in:

• Positive psychology applications
• Financial well‑being education
• Trauma‑informed communication
• Retreat and event planning
• Prison education program development
• CRM and digital organization
• Professional communication
• Real‑world project management

This is not a coffee‑run internship. You will be doing meaningful work that impacts real people.

Location

• Remote and would meet face to face in El Paso,TX
• El Paso, TX (preferred but optional)
• Guadalajara Airport area (optional)
• Puerto Vallarta (optional retreat support)

Hours & Compensation

• 8–12 hours per week
• Flexible schedule
• Paid internship (rate based on experience)
• Opportunity to continue into summer or fall

Who Should Apply

Students who are:

• Organized
• Compassionate
• Curious
• Good communicators
• Comfortable learning new tools
• Interested in psychology, finance, wellness, or social impact
• Passionate about helping people grow

How to Apply

Submit through Handshake:

• Resume
• Short note (3–5 sentences) on why you’re interested
• Optional: link to any project, writing sample, or portfolio