Summer Youth Facilitator

The Youth Facilitator will be responsible for providing prevention services to Summer Program participants and/or their families. The Youth Facilitator will monitor program activities to ensure that they are consistent with Civic Heart Community Services policies and procedures and the requirements of the funding sources. The Youth Facilitator will also work with program staff to develop relevant activities for youth participants. The Youth Facilitator will work directly with participants of the Rescue Youth Summer Program in alternative activities, arts & crafts, and recreation activities, and assist staff in outings and field trips. This position will report to the Rescue Youth Program Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Display professional appearance in accordance with agency policy.
• Handle difficult situations in a discreet manner.
• Maintain attendance within limits of agency guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Attend agency and program staff meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled.
• Work closely with program staff to provide prevention and intervention services to eligible youth.
• Facilitate activities for the assigned group(s) in the RESCUE Youth and Bright Minds Thrive programs.
• Document participant attendance and progress in program activities. It is expected that monitoring results will show all documentation is accurate and consistent with policies and procedures.
• Compile and submit weekly activity reports to designated persons. All required reports must be submitted on time.
• Maintain thorough and complete records of program services and activities.
• Recruit, screen, and enroll eligible applicants to receive services.
• Administer evaluation instruments, as assigned by Program Coordinator.
• Facilitate and coordinate community service projects with youth participants.
• Perform other duties or special projects set forth by department, agency, supervisor, or executive leadership.
• Maintain and follow guidelines set by Department of Family Protective Services under Childcare License for School-Age and Before or After-school Programs.
  
  

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Candidates should expect to follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Obtained a high school or GED equivalence
• Must have previous 3-4 years of experience working with youth or in a childcare setting
• Successful experience working with at-risk youth ages 6-18.
• Successful experience working with parents/guardians of at-risk youth
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse community groups.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must be able to operate a 15-passenger vehicle
• Successfully pass a drug test and a background check
• Classroom management experience
• CPR & First AID certified, preferred.
  
  

General Expectations

• Be Accountable.
• Openly Collaborate.
• Be Bold.
• Radiate Empathy.
• Personify Integrity.
• Strive for Excellence.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods.
• Light work includes moving objects up to 20 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of computer work activities.
  
  

Hours

Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The Summer Program duration is June 10, 2024 - August 3, 2024.