Youth Developer

1 month ago

Washington, United States Latin American Youth Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The primary function of the DCPC YPLC (Youth Prevention Leadership Corps) Youth Developer will be to lead and coordinate youth leadership corps activities that address substance use/abuse and other deliverables listed within the approved scope of work...

NOTE: This Full-Time Youth Developer position is available until the grant period has completed for fiscal year (FY) 2024 & 2025.

Timeline of the YPLC Expansion Grant:

FY2024 will end September 30, 2024

FY2025 will begin October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025


JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY

LAYC/MMYC is an organization that makes a difference in our community. We invite you to join our talented staff and become a part of an organization that is known for its commitment to excellence, mission, and respect for youth. We value diversity as a strength, with 85% of our staff identifying as people of color. We prioritize recruiting and supporting staff who have shared life experiences as our youth.

LAYC/MMYC’s mission is to empower a diverse population of youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through multicultural, comprehensive, and innovative programs that address youths' social, academic, and career needs. To achieve that mission, LAYC/MMYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 5,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behaviors, and guide youth toward successful adulthood. LAYC/MMYC also conducts advocacy and public policy work to broaden opportunities for youth.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

In addition to a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

  • Sick leave accrual for PT positions

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Participate in mandatory Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug training that encompasses the full range of substances, including opioids.
  • Attend the National Prevention Network (NPN) Conference in Phoenix, AZ in August 2024.
  • Participate in mandatory CADCA Prevention Leadership and Strategic Prevention Framework training.
  • Develop a recruitment plan ensuring measurable results reach a variety of youth, focusing efforts on hard to engage youth.
  • Introduce YPLC and its certification at all community events.
  • Collaborate with other youth focused organizations and/or schools (at least 4 in in FY2024) to help recruit and promote youth.
  • Provide certification participants with a full range of substance use disorder (SUDs) and mental health training that support care along the behavioral health continuum of services, including Narcan training.
  • Coordinate CADCA’s Prevention Leadership/Strategic Prevention Framework training for youth participants.
  • Ensure that all documentation, including statistics, meeting attendance, and data is accurate and entered into ETO software system or other databases as appropriate;
  • Collaborate with other LAYC and community partners;
  • Contribute to narrative reports as required by SUDS;
  • Meet weekly with PC Director to discuss programmatic issues and monitor objectives attainment;
  • Improve professional skills by attending workshops, seminars, and training sessions (as needed and as required by SUDS and/or LAYC);
  • Provide referrals for substance abuse treatment when appropriate;
  • Document all contacts with youth, family members, LAYC staff, and other agencies involved in the provision of services;
  • Report on time, unless a legitimate excuse is provided;
  • Attends all mandatory LAYC staff meetings and adhere to all LAYC personnel policies;
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the DCPC Director.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • A bachelor’s degree in education, childhood development, social work, or a related field. And/or 3 year of youth development work.
  • Minimum 2 years of youth development experience; school-based experience is a plus.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.
  • Experience working with youth and/or communities.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to conduct program assessments, develop programming, and achieve outcomes.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Ability to work independently and follow tasks through to completion.
  • Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
  • Available to work a flexible schedule that will include some evenings and weekends.
  • Knowledge of youth engagement strategies – particularly with at-risk or disconnected youth populations
  • Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
  • Flexible, energetic, positive individual with commitment to youth development in a high quality, respectful environment.
  • LAYC/MMYC requires the COVID-19 vaccine of all its employees. You will be asked to provide proof of vaccination at the time of your interview and at your onboarding.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 10 lbs. May require the ability to travel locally and/or regionally.

LAYC/MMYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

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