Youth Counselor

3 days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States YWCA Minneapolis Full time
About the Opportunity

YWCA Minneapolis is seeking a dedicated and passionate Youth Counselor to join our team at Hmong International Academy. As a Youth Counselor, you will play a vital role in providing academic and enrichment opportunities to elementary school youth participants in our Beacons afterschool program.

Job Summary

The Youth Counselor will serve as a key member of the Beacons staff team, collaborating with colleagues to create a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for youth. This role requires a strong commitment to working with diverse populations and a passion for youth development.

Responsibilities
  • Implement comprehensive programming that meets the needs of our youth participants
  • Lead engaging activities that are age-appropriate and culturally relevant
  • Collaborate with program co-workers to create a student-centered and accessible environment
  • Maintain and implement safety standards for physical and emotional safety
  • Contribute to communication with participants and families, and to program retention efforts
  • Provide staffing support to Girls & Youth programs, as needed
  • Perform administrative tasks, including data entry and program evaluation
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • 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
  • Ability to work as a team with program staff
  • Commitment to respecting and valuing the backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of all youth in program
  • Ability to communicate with school staff and families in a respectful and professional manner
Preferred Qualifications
  • BA or BS in education, youth development, social services, or related field
  • Bilingual skills in Spanish, Somali, or Hmong
  • Experience in youth programming related to math, science, financial literacy, leadership development, pregnancy prevention, and positive decision making
  • Experience working with young girls from low-income, diverse, and inner-city families
Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and to travel to various YWCA of Minneapolis, Minneapolis Public Schools, and community sites.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and dedicated individual who is committed to working with youth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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