Youth Counselor Beacons

3 weeks ago

Minneapolis, United States YWCA Minneapolis Full time
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 range $16-$17 hourly DOQ

Position is Part-Time, for 16-20 hours per week.

Required shift times: 1:30pm - 5:30pm on Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday

Start Date: September 3rd, 2024

Scheduled work hours will regularly include program preparation and professional development.

Program Days: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday

Daily Program Hours (youth present): 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Worksite: South High School, 3131 19th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407

The Youth Counselor serves high school youth participants in the "Beacons" afterschool program. Beacons offers afterschool academic and enrichment opportunities, is open to all students at the school, and is free-of-charge for all participants. A dynamic position that provides direct service to youth, the Youth Counselor implements activities while prioritizing developing and deepening relationships with youth. The Youth Counselor works closely with the entire Beacons staff team; the team collaborates to create a safe, respectful, and highly engaging environment for youth. The Beacons Youth Counselor is an integral member of the entire Girls & Youth staff team. This role includes collaborating with and supporting several Girls & Youth programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Implement comprehensive programming
  • Lead engaging activities that are age-appropriate and culturally relevant for large groups and small groups of youth.
  • Collaborate fully and regularly with program co-workers to create and sustain an after-school environment that embraces all forms of diversity, is student-centered, and is accessible to all students.
  • Support and provide mentorship to the program's Beacons Leadership Team (BLT).
  • Maintain and implement safety standards for physical and emotional safety.
  • Contribute to communication with participants and families, and to program retention efforts to maintain participants.
  • Provide staffing support to Girls & Youth programs as needed.
  • Perform Administrative Tasks
  • Distribute and collect registration forms. Ensure forms are completed accurately.
  • Implement program evaluation methods with program participants, in accordance with Girls and Youth evaluation standards and practices.
  • Utilize the program online data management system in accordance with Girls and Youth data practices.
  • Provide input for monthly report summaries of activities and impact on participants.
  • Seek continuous professional development
  • Participate in learning experiences that enhance programming efforts.
  • Develop and/or enrich activity opportunities that engage youth participants' interests and requests.
  • Participate in meetings with Beacons team, Beacons Network, and/or school staff, as applicable.
  • Collaborate with Girls & Youth Program Managers, Program Coordinators, and Youth Counselors across Girls & Youth programs; develop youth work skills in different programming contexts.

HOURS

Position is Part-Time, for 16-20 hours per week.

Required shift times: 1:30pm - 5:30pm on Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday

Scheduled work hours will regularly include program preparation and professional development.

Program Days: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday

Daily Program Hours (youth present): 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Worksite: South High School, 3131 19th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407

RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Beacons Program Coordinator, who reports to the Girls and Youth Program Manager. The Youth Counselor will collaborate with the South Beacons staff team, work regularly with Girls and Youth staff, and interact with South staff. The Youth Counselor may also work with Minneapolis Public Schools staff as well as Community Organization contacts. Critical relationships will include program participants and families.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent -and- Minimum age 18 years old.

Ability to lead activities with youth in an after-school setting.

Excellent initiative to carry out tasks and responsibilities independently (with minimal supervision) as well as in a team setting.

Ability to work as a team with program staff.

Commitment to respecting and valuing the backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of all youth in the program.

Ability to communicate with school staff and families in a respectful and professional manner.

Commitment to upholding YWCA and Beacons program policies and practices.

Health and Safety: Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to be certified within the first 90 days.

YWCA Mission: Strong belief in YWCA and ability to convey its importance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lift and carry supplies on a regular basis.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Position is highly mobile throughout the school building during programming.

Must have consistent reliable transportation to the school program site. Occasional meetings and/or trainings may be held at YWCA Midtown or a partnering community agency.

COMPENSATION

The pay range for this position is $16-$17.00 per hour (depending on qualifications

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Salary
**** Pay range $16-$17 hourly DOQ***

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Location
YWCA South location

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.

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