Program Specialist - Early Childhood

Program Specialist - Early Childhood Children's Healing Center Ypsilanti, MI Job Details Part-time $16 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Childhood development Child behavior management Activity planning for children Full Job Description Children's Healing Centers (CHC) are the nation's first recreational centers for kids with weak immune systems. With sites in Ypsilanti Township and Grand Rapids, Michigan, we provide social and emotional healing in a germ-free environment. The Centers are safe havens for kids ages 0 to 26, and their families, to step away from the stress of a complex medical diagnosis to just have fun! We break down the barriers of isolation and make play possible.

Details:

Hourly, 8-12 hours per week; opportunity for growth up to 20 hours/week with successful launch of a fall preschool program The Program Specialist will: Design and Facilitate Programs Design developmentally appropriate program curriculum for children, teens, young adults, and caregivers. Facilitate programs in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment. Adapt activities based on group size, participant needs, and age ranges. Work collaboratively with volunteers to deliver quality programming. Can you bring creativity and structure to programs while keeping participants engaged? Can you adjust your approach for different ages and abilities? Engage and Support Members Build relationships with children, teens, young adults, and caregivers through play, conversation, and attentive care. Create a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation and connection. Serve as a role model for kindness, respect, and enthusiasm. Do you enjoy connecting with people of all ages? Can you create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and valued? • Collaborate with the CHC Team Assist in planning future programs and activities. Communicate feedback on program needs to leadership. Support special events, community engagement activities, and other duties as needed. Are you flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed on a small, dedicated team?

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred Experience designing and facilitating programs for youth and families. Ability to engage participants across a wide range of ages. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work evenings and weekends (required). Experience with Office 365 and related software preferred. Physical ability to position oneself at children's level, move throughout the Center, and lift/move 25-45 lbs.

Key Characteristics for CHC staff:

Welcoming and inclusive of everyone Passionate about serving immune-compromised children and their families Relational, trustworthy, and able to connect with both kids and adults Willing to do whatever is needed to make the organization a success Self-starter with the ability to prioritize work independently Comfortable learning and executing tasks outside of immediate expertise Team-oriented and collaborative Able to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality Children's Healing Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications accepted through the web site link below. Select apply now under Program Specialist - Early Childhood organization.

https:

//childrenshealing.org/career-opportunities/

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person