Youth Engagement Coordinator

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Good Samaritan Full time

The primary responsibility of the Youth Engagement Coordinator is to foster a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere that supports the youth involved in the program as they pursue their individual aspirations. This role involves crafting weekly educational sessions and activities while offering support to the Lead Educators and volunteers during the execution of these plans. The Youth Engagement Coordinator is a vital component of the organization's mission to eradicate poverty by nurturing community ties and establishing meaningful connections with children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

The essential duties encompass, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Design a comprehensive curriculum outline for youth aged 5-16 throughout each program cycle, utilizing the organization's youth curriculum as a foundational reference.
  • Create weekly lesson outlines and activities tailored for each age group.
  • Collaborate with the Program Coach and Assistant to ensure adequate staffing and volunteer ratios within the youth initiative.
  • Recruit and train all Lead Educators and volunteers involved in the youth program.
  • Maintain regular communication with Lead Educators regarding upcoming lessons and their specific needs.
  • Effectively communicate with children, staff, parents, and volunteers, managing any conflicts that arise and documenting incidents as necessary.
  • Ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for youth participating in the programs.
  • Participate in weekly organizational meetings and provide general oversight and support to the youth initiative.
  • Implement appropriate security measures and protocols within the programming.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

  • Experience working with youth and families from varied socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong organizational abilities: detail-oriented with effective follow-through.
  • Ability to think quickly and adapt flexibly while remaining composed in challenging situations.
  • Familiarity with community resources available for families.
  • Willingness to engage with local youth and family service organizations.
  • Flexible scheduling, including availability to work up to two evenings per week.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Capability to coordinate and oversee volunteers.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Google Suite, and Excel.
  • Reliable means of transportation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical requirements outlined here are representative of those that must be fulfilled by an employee to successfully execute the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While carrying out administrative tasks, the employee is frequently required to navigate within the office to access files and equipment and must be able to remain stationary for a significant portion of the time. Employees will also regularly operate office machinery such as computers and copiers and will often need to assimilate new information and communicate accurate details both verbally and in writing. Employees will be present during weekly meetings and will actively engage in youth programming, which entails standing, sitting, and frequent movement.

This job description should not be interpreted to imply that the requirements listed above are the only expectations of the position. The Director reserves the right to assign or delegate additional tasks as necessary.

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