YOUTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Women and Families Center RISE Program is an after school program that engages high school youth (grades 9-12) in college & career exploration and community service through project-based activities.

Summary:

• Responsible for the after school site management, youth recruiting as well as developing and facilitating enrichment/recreational activities.

This is a part time school year position, 20 hrs/wk, Tuesday – Thursday: 1:30pm – 5:30pm (program site hours) and an additional 4 hours planning and professional development. Position includes some paid time off benefits.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Human Service or related field preferred
• Three years of experience working with at-risk youth preferred; teaching experience preferred
• Outreach and/or youth counseling experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to engage and interact positively with youth
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Must acquire and maintain First Aid and CPR certification
• Ability to work well with diverse populations
• Bilingual a plus

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position requires typical work operations and responsibilities such as but not limited to:

• Recruit youth (high school) and maintain enrollment
• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of youth participants
• Maintain accurate youth records
• Establish goals for each youth; complete annual evaluations for youth
• Plan lessons and activities, including group activities, guest speakers and field trips
• Assist youth with homework or other school day related projects
• Provide crisis intervention, short-term supportive counseling and case management for program youth as needed
• Assist the Program Coordinator in program development and operation
• Facilitate and assist with coordination of special events and other youth-oriented activities
• Report all accidents, incidents and information vital to the program to the Program Coordinator
• Maintain CACFP meal count forms and follow nutritional guidelines
• Develop and maintain relationships with youth parents

Interested candidates please send cover letter, resume, and educational credentials.

AA/EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour