Youth Engagement Specialist

DYMON in the Rough

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Job Summary

Youth Engagement Specialists operate as positive role models for students as a part of the DYMON Program. Specialists are responsible for providing a fun, safe, and enjoyable experience for participants enrolled in the Program. 

Position Purpose:

To further the mission of the organization’s after-school programming and to develop and deliver a curriculum that is relevant to the student’s age and abilities.

Job Responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly programming activities and maintain student attendance records.
• Provide daily/weekly student progress information to the youth program coordinator.  
• Attend and chaperone students on off-site field trips. 
• Attend mandatory in-service training(s) and get required certifications (if applicable).
• Be prepared to switch to virtual programming if mandated.
• Ensure that you and the youth are complying with CDC’s and MNPS’ COVID guidelines, and there is a daily minimum of 1:15 staff-to-student ratio during the program.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Submit accurate, timely, written reports. 
• Aid in or handle special assignments as directed. 
• Complete basic administrative work. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, psychology, volunteer management, or 5+ years of work experience in youth development and youth/program coordination.  
• Two or more years’ experience in mentoring and youth development, working within community organizations and/or schools required.  
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. (Training provided)  
• Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities preferred  

Education Requirements:

• Must demonstrate awareness and acceptance of cultural differences of clients, staff, and community contacts. 
• Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks 
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written. 
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Computer literacy and competency 
• Efficient planner – must be able to organize and schedule work priorities. 
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and judgments with youth safety and security foremost. 
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information. 
• Demonstrated ability to accept and follow through on supervisory direction. 
•  Demonstrated ability to establish appropriate relationships and to effectively influence teens in a manner consistent with organization values. 
• Valid driver’s license, clear driving record, and current automobile insurance. 
• Must bass TBI Background check and all internal background verification requirements;
• Must have proficient, documented background experience and training in related areas;
• Ability to interact with all age levels serving

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

https://www.dymon.org/careers

Details

• Date Posted: August 2, 2024
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Start Date: 08/12/2024
• Salary Range: $16-$17
• Working Hours: 8-10/hrs; Mon-Thu 3:30-6:00pm