DYMON (Dynamic Young Minorities of Nashville)
Youth Engagement Specialist
DYMON (Dynamic Young Minorities of Nashville)
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.
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 to 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
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 area;
● Ability to interact with all age levels serving
Additional Information
Benefits
○ Holistic working environment
○ Mentorship
○ Paid Professional Development Trainings
○ Yearly Bonuses and Incentives
○ Positive Work Environment
○ Being a part of the major impact in youth lives
○ Countless opportunities for expansion in personal development
○ Scholarship opportunities for collegiate staff
○ Paid self-care activities and workshops
○ Full-time and part-time positions
○ Full-time benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, funded retirement, paid vacations, and
paid holidays
How to Apply
Website: www.dymon.org/job
Application: https://forms.gle/
Details
- Date Posted: August 24, 2022
- Type: Part-Time
- Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
- Service Area: Children / Youth
- Start Date: 08/31/2022
- Salary Range: $16-$18/ hr
- Working Hours: 8-10/hrs; Mon-Thu 3