Youth Activity Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Prevention Department Manager, the Youth Activity Specialist will be responsible for planning and implementing activities which promote the positive development of youth in alignment with the goals of the TANF Program.  The Youth Activity Specialist will assist in providing a variety of youth-focused family and community prevention and diversion programs for families at risk of becoming TANF recipients or those who are currently TANF recipients. Programs may include, but are not limited to, wellness cultural activities, educational and recreational activities, substance abuse/violence prevention and unplanned pregnancy prevention.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assesses the program requirements of youth in the community.
2. Communicates with youth to determine their needs and interests.
3. Ensures a variety of wellness, recreational, cultural, and other programs are planned and implemented.
4. Develops a culturally appropriate youth leadership program.
5. Schedules activities, facilities, and volunteers as required.
6. Supervises and leads activities for the youth.
7. Prepares monthly plan for youth activities.
8. Provides special project management, coordination, and assistance to the organization.
9. Creates and maintains accurate, organized, and complete project files to include all documents required to sustain internal, local, state, and federal regulatory compliance.
10. Prepares materials for internal and external audits.
11. Maintains records of project meetings, updating project tasks and outcomes as necessary.
12. Conducts presentations on projects and related topics.
13. Coordinates with program staff to gather and manage data for accountability and to measure the performance of program services.
14. Operates office equipment such as computer, scanner, calculator, copier, and fax.
15. Works collaboratively with coworkers and other staff in a team environment.
16. May be required to adjust schedule to support TANF events.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. One (1) year of experience working with youth in a recreational, educational, or social services setting.
3. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office.
4. Must possess first aid and CPR Certification or be capable of obtaining with in thirty (30) days of employment.
5. Must exhibit excellent negotiation, mediation, team building and decision-making skills.
6. Must display awareness and sensitivity to the cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity of program participants and their families.
7. Must work well and communicate effectively with youth, parents, and the community.
8. Must possess written and verbal communication skills including composing and editing.
9. Knowledge of youth development principles, prevention strategies, and community-based programs. Familiarity with TANF programs and related services is a plus.
10. Must possess good listening skills.
11. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
12. Must have a valid, unrestricted California Driver’s license and must qualify for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. AA preferred with coursework in Physical Education, Recreation, Human Services, or related field and/or demonstrated experience working with youth, families and adults in a recreational setting or a combination of education and experience.
2. One (1) year of experience working with Native American youth.

NATIVE PREFERENCE

Preference in hiring is given to either the most qualified applicant or a Native American candidate who meets the minimum qualifications. When two (2) or more Native American candidates have comparable qualifications, the following order of preference shall apply: (1) Members of Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (2) Spouses or domestic partners (certified through Tribal Court) of members of Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (3) Parents of children of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (4) All other documented Native Americans; (5) All other applicants in accordance with Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473. Applicants claiming Native preference must submit verification of Indian eligibility.

Salary : $21 - $25