Youth Program Coordinator

Avoid scams and fraud by dealing locally! Beware any deal involving Western Union, Moneygram, wire transfer, cashier check, money order, shipping, escrow, or any promise of transaction protection/certification/guarantee. More infoSUMMARY: Coordinates an afterschool program with a wide range of academic and social-emotional learning services and a focus on youth voice, social change & leadership development for at-risk youth.

? Together with Assistant Coordinator, other staff and youth participants planning and implementing after-school program.
? The Coordinator must foster the empowerment of youth through their leadership style and coordination of the program. Youth voice in decision-making is an essential element in leadership development and creating social change.
? Must work towards the goal of achieving that program space is, at all times, an oppression-free zone ensuring a safe space for all who participate.
? Supports and educates youth participants in developing personal and group leadership skills while assisting youth in creating effective social change within their community.
? Adheres to and maintains compliance with mandated work plan including maintaining database, taking accurate attendance and producing reports.
? Supervises youth in after-school program at all times.
? Prepares and facilitates/ co-facilitates educational workshops using Popular Education methodology. Workshops will be aimed at helping participants in the areas of communication, anger management, conflict resolution, diversity & multicultural awareness, leadership development, social change (campaign planning), team building, health, and other topics as needed.
? Ability and willingness to deal with behavior incidents within the program with preference towards restorative justice methods (i.e. peace circles.)
? Assists with recreational and educational activities such as outdoor/indoor sports and organized games, tutoring, arts, educational activities and field trips.
? Tutors participants in specific academic subject areas.
? Develops and maintains positive relationships with school administration and staff.
? Participates in staff development activities and staff meetings.
? Works with the Youth Program Director and other coordinators on program evaluation and planning.
? Ability to commit at least one school year to this position (preferably two years)
? Be on-time, reliable, prompt and proactive
? Adhere to Participatory Management philosophy.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field; 2+ years of experience working with underserved children and families of various cultural/ethnic backgrounds (may include volunteer experience); [Strong preference for bi-lingual (Spanish-English) speaking abilities.] YDPCP certification a plus.

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