What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Coordinator position at Transitions?
Company Overview
Transitions is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to ending poverty and homelessness for women and children in Spokane, Washington. Through our various programs, including the Women's Hearth, Transitional Living Center, Home Yard Cottages, and New Leaf Café, we strive to empower individuals with the tools they need for a better future.
Summary
As a Youth Coordinator at Transitions, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing programs that support youth in our community. This position is essential to our mission of fostering growth, stability, and empowerment among vulnerable populations.
Responsibilities
- Work with other TLC staff to design and implement after-school and summer programs for school-aged children at TLC.
- Oversee and facilitate the day-to-day operations of the program, including scheduling, programming, activities, and reporting.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.
- Develop age-appropriate activities and programming that provide academic support, enrichment, and recreation.
- Coordinate with schools, volunteers, and community partners to enhance program offerings. Support and/or supervise volunteers and student interns as needed.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, engaging, and inclusive environment for youth and their families.
- Model healthy behaviors and interpersonal communication skills to the youth and their families. Use best practice professional crisis intervention skills in addressing any emergency.
- Clearly communicate program expectations related to rules and appropriate behavior to youth and families in a supportive, non-shaming manner. Set limits constructively and use good judgment when discussing or granting exceptions to youth program rules.
- Keep program location organized and clean.
- Collect data and record participation as required.
- Maintain regular communication with other program staff. Attend weekly staff meetings and supervision.
- Reflect the mission and values of Transitions in all interactions with youth, residents, alums, staff, sponsoring community members, donors, and volunteers.
Preferred Qualifications
- A.A. or higher in a related field.
- Two years’ experience working with school-aged children, preferably in an after-school or summer program.
- Required:
- One year of related experience, paid or unpaid.
- Ability to pass a criminal history background check, specifically no crimes against children or vulnerable adults.
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and empowering them towards success, we invite you to apply today to join our dedicated team at Transitions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21
