What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Activities Specialist position at Alfond Youth and Community Center?
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Get ready to work out, play board games, display your paintball skills, and get paid for doing it! Lead teen members in after-school activities as well as guiding/helping the teens adjust and grow within the program guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Demonstrate willingness to participate in all areas of the program.
- Plan and implement daily curriculum for members to follow.
- Abilities to observe student behavior and assess its appropriateness, enforce relevant safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Guide any member with behavior, attitude, or emotional problems, referring any serious problems to the Teen Programs Coordinator.
- Assist with all program activities and other activities as assigned.
- Maintains safety, cleanliness, and discipline of children, area and equipment.
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- High School Education or GED is required.
- Must be 15 years of age or older.
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years of relevant experience
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- Must have excellent communication skills, the ability to work with a variety of groups participating (age and skill level), and can provide necessary instruction to children.
- Skills in problem solving.
WORK SCEHDULE: Varies based on availability & need – Programming is Mon, Wed, Fri- 2:30pm-5:00pm. Some Saturdays for weekend events. Part time / 5 hours per week.
