Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Facilitates and provides activities, programs, and exercise for youth participants ages 7-18 who reside in the YWCA Transitional Living Center (TLC) and in Rapid Rehousing (RRH). Under general supervision, works with volunteers, transporting children, organizing, implementing, and leading age appropriate activities in a safe atmosphere that promotes, caring, social skills, fitness and mental well-being and learning. This position is grant funded. Continuation of position is contingent upon the availability of grant funds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regular attendance at Employer's place of business and/or during particular hours, as assigned, is an essential function of this position. Employee must comply with and follow YWCA’s attendance policy at all times, unless a reasonable accommodation is requested and granted, as required by law.
• Works with volunteers and staff, learns curriculum for YW Zones and determines other sports/play activities needed for children of the YWCA TLC. Transports children for offsite activities with the Supportive Services Supervisor’s approval.
• Tracks all activities to include but not limited to: attendance at each of the youth programming components, after school, evenings and weekends.
• Works to assure and guide volunteer support for weekend activities, typically, Saturdays. Assures that each volunteer has secured YWCA background check and approved status from the Volunteer Services Director.
• Focuses on special assistance with children during evenings when Parenting classes and Life Skills classes occur for adults (Tuesday and Thursday evenings).
• Work in tandem with participants (mothers and youth) to assure that safety measures are in place and proper documentation is completed.
• Assures that all staff and parents are informed about the activities being offered for youth.
• Carefully prepares thank you correspondence for volunteers of activities with youth to be approved by Supportive Services Supervisor and helps to maintain the contacts list for all groups donating and volunteering with the TLC and RRH.
• Works closely with Scouts’ groups and student groups performing special projects.
• Coordinates birthday parties, holiday celebrations, and talent show for youth.
• Works with Supportive Services Supervisor to assure appropriate approval and oversight of special projects.
• Oversees volunteers involved in youth activities.
• Oversees and conducts YW Zones classes.
• Transports youth for school related activities, First Tee, Scouts, sports events,

and special outings. * Provides needed oversight of youth when parents are engaged in meetings or

classes on site. * Other duties as assigned to include assisting in relief of front desk duties and willingness to assist with shift advocate duties as needed.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Must be comfortable working with children of all ages.
• Must be willing to learn primary prevention models for children who have

suffered trauma. * Must work closely with Children’s Activities Representative and other Case Managers to assure special needs are met.

• Must be skilled and respectful in working with people of diverse cultural/educational backgrounds.
• Must have ability to be objective but caring when dealing with problems of others.
• Crisis intervention skills required. Additional training will be provided.
• Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks at same time and work under pressure, with continual interruptions.
• Must be able to work independently and autonomously.
• Must be able to solve problems and make sound judgments and decisions.
• Hands-on, working knowledge with PC operation, as well as MS Software

applications. * Must acquire CPR and First Aid certifications prior to start of employment. Must
maintain these certifications throughout employment. * Must have access vehicle with valid driver’s license and sufficient car liability.

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Crisis intervention: 1 year (Required)
• Supervising: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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