Job Description

The Rod’s House YAC Specialist is responsible for supporting and co-designing spaces that inspire and empower young people to create change at a county-wide level, using creative and authentic approaches. The YAC Specialist plays a vital role in supporting young people's ideas and recommendations within the county-wide work of ACI and YHDP.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help with hiring process for CES and YES

• Share historical knowledge about YAC with Community Engagement Specialist (CES) and Youth & Community Engagement Program Manager (YCEPM)

• Strategize with CES and YCEPM on plans to restructure the YAC

• Create and organize all YAC-related documents with CES and YCEPM

• Support CES and YCEPM in identifying recruitment strategies to ensure a new YAC has representation from across Yakima County

• Attend YAC, ACI, Y4Y, and YHDP meetings, as needed.

• Maintain accurate and quality documentation in Rod’s House databases

• Proven ability to create a system or process when one does not exist;

• Complete all duties as assigned and other duties as required.

Education and/or Experience

• Currently receiving, or previously received, services from Rod’s House is Required

• Bilingual (Spanish English) Preferred

• Must be between 18-24 years old is Required

• Valid driver's license is Required (Rod’s House will support new hire to obtain this, if needed)

Salary/Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly wage is $20.00 per hour

• Opportunity for career growth and professional development

• Monthly transportation support (if needed)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Proficient in using technology

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Physical requirements for the position include frequent walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, grasping, climbing, and repetitive motions. This position could require exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, pull, or move objects.