A Training and Development Specialist directs education or staff training programs for a company, such as large firms or distributorships, or private post-secondary educational providers.
In Person What to expect. Provide trauma informed, culturally relevant, in-person youth development services to high school students, designed to promote protective factors and strengthen resiliency. Youth development activities may include sports, arts, outdoor recreation, gardening, community service projects, mentoring, and other activities that give purpose and encourage self-care, healing, and provide mutual peer support.
Specific responsibilities include:
Leads and organizes during/after school youth groups or mentoring weekly and at times weekends through a variety of workshops/groups related but not limited to: social skills, stress management, anger management, conflict resolution, grief/loss, social adjustment, anti-bullying, drug and alcohol awareness and resistance. Monitors participants' academic performance, participation in school activities and school attendance. Conducts weekly after school homework support and mentoring as well as leadership and career sessions. Provides peer mediation and peer conflict resolution during the school day and afterschool to students who are referred by a teacher or school administrator. Collects and evaluates data to determine program effectiveness by keeping attendance for groups, workshops, and events. Conducts an annual parent and student satisfaction survey. Conducts community outreach as needed Informs Program Director of all activities, progress, and challenges within the program during regular supervision. Provides services in compliance with Sheppard Pratt and SCYS program standards, policies and procedures, organizational values, and philosophies. Per the contract of the SYCS program, Youth Development staff must attend county-indicated trainings for youth development practitioners. Other duties assigned. What you'll get from us. At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives.
We offer:
A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous mileage reimbursement program . The pay range for this position is $27.31/hr minimum to $29.82/hr maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. What we need from you. BA/BS in related field or equivalent experience working with youth may substitute for a BA/BS. Minimum of two years of experience in a community or school-based setting providing programming to youth- middle school age. Experience with human service programs, culturally diverse and underserved communities, community resources and cultural competency Generally, must possess a valid state driver's license with 3 or fewer points at time of hire. Willingness to maintain a flexible 40 hour a week work schedule, evening and weekend hours may be necessary. Depending on program assignment, may need to demonstrate written and verbal fluency in English and Spanish.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
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