Youth Program Facilitator

Youth Program Facilitator The Youth Program Facilitator plays a key role in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for youth in our after-school and summer programs. This position facilitates activities, supervises youth, and provides program support to ensure smooth daily operations while fostering social-emotional growth and quality programming for our community. The Facilitator reports directly to the Operational Director of Youth Services and Executive Director and works collaboratively with co-facilitators, volunteers, and Youth and Family Center of McHenry County staff to deliver meaningful youth programs. Background & Experience

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Interest in working with a social agency, specifically with youth and families preferred
• Career interest in the following areas: education, social science, sociology, psychology, and/or social work Job Responsibilities & Expectations
• Program Facilitating Model and teach program pillars—Feelings, Growth, Community, and Integrity—to youth participants, foster their social-emotional development and equip them with the necessary skills to fully achieve growth.

Create, facilitate and lead activities across different youth programs as needed. Build positive, supportive relationships with youth to encourage personal growth and resilience. Supervise and engage with youth in a safe, structured, and inclusive environment. Set up and clean program spaces before and after programming. Support informal check-ins with youth and coordinate youth support when necessary. Assign and oversee academic and social-emotional activities based on program needs. Enforce program expectations and behavior protocols while fostering positive reinforcement. Keep open communication with the Operational Director of Youth Services and the rest of the Youth Program Team regarding Youth Program updates. Maintain communication with parents/guardians regarding program updates, schedules, and any concerns. Work closely with co-facilitators and volunteers to ensure program coverage and smooth operations. Observe and Identify at-risk high-priority youth for intervention or additional support services. Facilitate communication and manage consent forms for registrations, outings and special activities. Attend Youth Program Meetings and other Agency meetings. Remain flexible and adaptable to fill in across different youth programs based on staffing needs.

• Program Data Tracking & Program Support Track and report attendance and engagement trends.

Monitor youth participation and identify patterns of non-attendance. Track supply needs and communicate requests for orders. Assist with data collection and reporting to support program evaluation and grant requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills. Organizational skills to manage program logistics and maintain accurate records. Initiate tasks and able to work independently as well as with the team Comfortable leading large group and having individual interactions with youth Experience working with youth in a group and/or individual setting (after-school programs, camps, mentoring, or similar). Ability to work collaboratively with schools, law enforcement, social services, and other stakeholders. Ability to build trust and establish rapport with youth and families. Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and youth engagement skills. Awareness of mental health wellness and challenges. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to different program needs. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required. Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously and independently, and to see them through to completion within time constraints Commitment and respect for diversity Ability to work flexible hours based on program scheduling needs.

Required hours:

(Part-time

• 20-25 Hours)

After-School Season:

Monday

• Thursday from 11:00 AM
• 6:00 PM

Summer Program Season:

Monday

• Thursday:

  10:00 AM
• 5:00 PM
• Other responsibilities are completed in the office during non-programming hours
• Additional hours may be required to oversee other programs, events, etc.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00

• $19.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person