What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Coordinator position at Humane Society of Charlotte?
The Role
The Youth Program Coordinator will conduct the education programs offered to the community on behalf of the Humane Society of Charlotte. The Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for the delivery and implementation of educational initiatives that promote animal welfare, compassion, and empathy in line with the mission of the Humane Society of Charlotte.
Some main duties are:
- Implements approved engaging programs. The programs feature interactive, educational presentations and activities about specific subjects in animal welfare.
- Works with the department director to develop an annual plan with specific objectives, goals, proposed schedule, budget projections and evaluation strategy.
- Keeps a tab on community needs and actively seeks opportunities/presents ideas for increasing revenue to sustain program funding.
- Works with the Director of Education to develop an annual plan with specific objectives, goals, proposed schedule, budget projections and evaluation strategy.
- Maintains the philosophy of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion when designing and conducting all facets of job duties.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Dedication to the mission and culture of the Humane Society of Charlotte through words and actions.
- Required: Valid driver’s license, reliable mode of transportation and must have excellent driving record.
- Preferred: College degree in education or related field.
- Preferred: CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Animal handling experience with awareness of dog and cat body language.
- Experience in curriculum development and lesson planning.
- Knowledge of the stages of childhood development.
- Travel throughout Mecklenburg County to schools/visits.
- Must be willing to become Fear Free Certified within 6 months of employment.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, 40-hour role with a rate of $21/hour. The schedule for this role is Monday – Friday with weekends and evenings as needed for programming.
- Medical Insurance Covered at 98%
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Match
- 100% Company covered Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Employee Assistance Program that Includes Free Mental Health Care, Legal & Financial Help
- Professional Development Assistance & Opportunities for Growth
- Student Loan Assistance (PSLF)
- PTO
- Holiday & Birthday PTO
- Paid Sabbatical Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Pet Bereavement Leave
Pet Discounts Including:
- Medical/Wellness Care including Flea/Tick and Heartworm Preventative
- Dog Training
- Pet Adoption
- Retail Center
- Pet Insurance with MetLife
- Pet Food through Hill’s VIP & Royal Canin
About HSC
The Humane Society of Charlotte has been in operation for over 46 years. HSC has a committed and caring humane education program that in 2024 comprised of over 669 individual youth program events and reached over 1,396 youth in our community. HSC offers Youth Programs such as 7 weeks of Summer Camp, Reading Buddies, Pets & PJ's, Student Service Days, Girl and Boy Scout Badge Days, Field Trips and more!
Come join our team of amazing professionals that are truly proud to be making a difference in the lives of animals and families in our community. Visit our website, www.humanecharlotte.org, for a detailed job description as well as additional information on our organization and culture. We look forward to hearing from you!
HSC is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and compassion. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HSC also accepts employees with a criminal background however, employees are accepted based on their charges and the nature of the position. We are unable to accept those with sex offender or animal abuse/neglect charges.
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