Temporary Girls Inc Youth Counselor

About the Organization

YWCA Minneapolis is a nonprofit organization founded in 1891 as a member of YWCA USA, the oldest and largest multicultural organization in the world.

The mission of YWCA Minneapolis is eliminating racism, empowering women and girls, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Our vision is to be the most trusted and effective change agent in the journey to eliminate racism and sexism in our community.

We are a trusted social justice organization with a 130 year history of advocacy for women and children. More than 30,000 people in our community are served every year by YWCA Minneapolis, through award-winning programs, classes, and workshops.

YWCA Minneapolis strives every day for :

• Race and gender equity
• Economic independence for women
• Respect for diverse cultures
• Children and youth who thrive
• A community that is vibrant and healthy

Category

Girls and Youth

Description

Job Summary

Pay : $16-$17

Temporary role until June 1st with the possibility of becoming full-time through September 1st.

The Youth Counselor position provides direct service to participants with a focus on inspiring youth to make positive decisions for themselves and their futures. Youth Counselors typically focus in one of several programs (Beacons, Strong Fast Fit, Contact Plus, OST, Eureka! and RAP). This part-time position provides direct service to participants in the Girls Inc. OST program, ages 9-18, and supports occasional Saturday Eureka! groups and miscellaneous workshops. There is an opportunity for full-time hours during summer program.

Youth Counselors build and maintain relationships with Minneapolis Public School contacts, and other youth serving agencies, to meet necessary programming goals and objectives. This position utilizes Girls Inc. curriculum to facilitate groups during out of school time hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Implement comprehensive programming :

Recruit and maintain program participants by providing program presentations to schools and youth serving agencies

Plan, prepare and facilitate / co-facilitate age appropriate and culturally sensitive educational activities that focus on math, science, economic literacy, leadership development, pregnancy prevention, and positive decision-making using Girls Inc. curriculum

Create and maintain a safe learning environment that is student-centered, mission-focused and accessible to a diverse student body

Support communication with participants and families, and organize and support retention efforts to maintain participants

Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with school personnel and other youth serving agencies.

Refer youth to other appropriate community resources as needed and as necessary

Participate on external committees to plan and / or implement appropriate community meetings or events and agency task forces

Administration :

Collect registration forms, participant demographic information, and track program attendance

Deliver and obtain program evaluation information from participants for program quality assurance and reporting purposes

Maintain the online data management system with a commitment to accuracy and regularity

Write monthly summaries of activities and impact of direct service on participants

Responsibly manage funds for expenses related to programming.

Seek continuous professional development :

Attend and participate in departmental and program team meetings

Participate in educational activities and trainings to improve achievement of program goals.

Keep up-to-date on current youth and program-related trends.

RELATIONSHIPS :

This position reports to the Program Coordinator of assigned Program, who reports to the Girls and Youth Director. The incumbent will interact with Girls and Youth counselors, Minneapolis Public Schools contacts, youth participants and parents. Critical relationships will include school contacts and participants. Collaborate with colleagues to manage a successful program for all participants

QUALIFICATIONS : Required :

Minimum of two years college or equivalent two years' experience working with youth from low-income and inner city families

One-year experience with planning and facilitating effective, structured groups

Knowledge of youth development

Strong oral, written and presentation skills

Ability to facilitate and teach comprehensive groups

Ability to carry out duties independently, as well as in a team setting

Ability to work with a variety of cultures, backgrounds and perspectives

Strong problem solving skills and ability to make quick decisions while using good judgment

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Possess current CPR and First Aid certification, or successfully obtain within 90 days of hire

Strong belief in YWCA and ability to convey its importance

Preferred :

BA or BS in education, youth development, social services, or related field.

Two years' experience creating age-appropriate activities and curriculum.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Must be able to travel to various YWCA Minneapolis, Minneapolis Public Schools, and community sites.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS : Required :

Preferred :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

ADDITIONAL NOTES : This job description represents the major functions but is not intended to be all-inclusive.

COMPENSATION : Range from $15.50-$17.00 per hour

Perk : FREE YWCA Minneapolis Health & Wellness Membership to all three of our sites.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT : YWCA Minneapolis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position Requirements

Full-Time / Part-Time

Part-Time

Salary

16-17

Number of Openings

Exempt / Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Location

Midtown YWCA Minneapolis

EOE Statement

YWCA Minneapolis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

HoursPerWk

None Specified

This position is currently accepting applications.

Salary : $16 - $17