21st Century Youth Development Specialist (Flanagan or Streator)

Job description:

TITLE:

Program Specialist

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Supports all programs, youth and activities for assigned Core Program Area

KEY ROLES

(Essential Job Responsibilities) Prepare Youth for Success Take direction from Site Leadership regarding activities that prepare youth for success, promoting safety of members and quality in programs at all times. Provide guidance and role modeling to members Support Daily, Weekly and Monthly 21st Century Programing activities Promote and stimulate youth participation Ensure a healthy, clean and safe environment, in assigned program area with minimal assistance. Manage room and ensure a productive work environment.

Establish ongoing communication with:

Follow direction of Site Leadership and Program Director Provide academic support to student development and teacher assistance

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITES

: Must be trained in CPR/First Aid within the first 90 days of hire Must have a valid State Driver's License Must be able to pass a background check Must attend weekly staff meetings Must attend 8-hours of continued educational training each year

RELATIONSHIPS

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Internal :

Maintain close daily contact with Program Director, Education Coordinator, and Club members.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

: Preferred college student majoring in: Education, Sociology, Recreation, or Related Field OR 4-year college degree in related field OR at least 1 year experience in working with youth Experience in supporting youth programs. Knowledge of youth development Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems Ability to work hand and hand with youths' parent Ability to plan and implement quality education programs for youth Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person