Youth and Family Coordinator

Hiring Range:

$22.86 - $24.57 hourly, based on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Comprehensive health plans include medical, dental and vision benefits. Generous vacation, sick time, and holiday pay, plus paid birthday off and 'refreshment' day. Tuition reimbursement and child adoption benefits. Employer paid term life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D. Health savings account with generous employer contribution. Flexible spending accounts. Paid parental and bereavement leave. 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Please access our highlights of the benefits package we offer here: Denver Rescue Mission Benefits Guide

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth and Family Coordinator is responsible for Denver Rescue Mission Youth Center site management and program facilitation for the transitional housing program's youth and families.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities Preps and executes daily programming for children ages 0-18 in conjunction with Children, Youth and Family Manager and other CYF Coordinators. Oversees the organization and maintenance of the Youth Center rooms. Develops relationships and collaborates with children, youth and families to better understand their needs; communicates these needs, along with possible solutions, to Youth Manager. Maintains regular and effective communication with supervisors and other relevant staff to ensure consistent program application and support of children and youth. Attends scheduled meetings, coming prepared with any relevant updates or information to ensure maximized meeting productivity. Performs other duties that have been identified and assigned through consultation with supervisor. Program Execution and Coordination Oversees and executes daily programs supporting children ages 0-18, depending on the day/staffing needs. Programs include academic support, free time, Bible studies, weekly workshops, special events and more. Continuously seeks to improve and/or maximize the effectiveness of program offerings. Maintains accurate records and statistics of programs with support of Children, Youth and Family Manager. Executes all necessary functions to prepare for programming—room arrangement, lesson plans, daily schedules, routines, and transitions—to assure their excellence and adherence to program policies. Meets regularly with children and youth to evaluate progress and goals, tracks and reports status updates to the Youth Manager. Identifies and prioritizes materials and equipment needed in courses, incentive store, and classrooms, and coordinates with Director or Manager in making purchases. Develops participants/youth spiritually by revealing God's love for them and presenting them with the Gospel and discipleship. Encourages youth to develop spiritually, cognitively, emotionally, socially, behaviorally, and physically in a safe environment. Staff/Volunteer Supervision Communicates with and supports Youth Center volunteers.