Afterschool Program Coordinator

1 week ago


South Jordan, Utah, United States Salt Lake County Full time

Job Overview

Position: Youth Engagement Specialist

About Us

Salt Lake County Youth Services is dedicated to supporting educational institutions and families through various afterschool initiatives, summer programs, and parental assistance. Our services are primarily conducted at educational facilities in the Magna area. Our mission is to ensure the safety of youth, provide positive adult role models, impart new skills, and instill self-confidence in young individuals through a wide range of activities, including academic support, dance, arts, sports, community service projects, and off-site excursions. We achieve these objectives by collaborating closely with school leadership and ensuring our staff actively contribute to fostering positive transformations within the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

As a Youth Engagement Specialist, you will directly interact with youth from various backgrounds in an educational environment to create a secure and nurturing atmosphere by:

  • Serving as a mentor and role model to the youth while employing Positive Behavior Support strategies to guide groups of up to 15 participants.
  • Designing and executing daily activities for program attendees, focusing on support and enrichment areas such as STEM, Arts and Culture, Character Development, Healthy Living, and Career Exploration.
  • Developing lesson plans and activities that enrich the lives of youth, aiding them in achieving success in their academic and daily life endeavors.
  • Completing 25 hours of training provided annually to assist in meeting both programmatic and personal career aspirations.

Qualifications

We require the following essential qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • A genuine desire to work with youth in a structured environment.
  • Reliability and punctuality are crucial; the youth depend on your presence as a mentor.
  • Enjoyment in working with youth of varying ages and a motivation to foster their academic and interpersonal growth.
  • Strong communication skills to effectively engage with a diverse population from various social and ethnic backgrounds.
  • A proactive approach to setting and achieving goals, along with the ability to identify areas for improvement and collaborate with your team to implement necessary changes.

Benefits

Opportunities for skill development in leadership, youth mentorship, lesson planning, and activity facilitation while ensuring a safe and healthy environment. You will gain invaluable experience and skills in youth development, conflict resolution, appropriate engagement with youth, youth services programs, and quality assurance. These essential skills will provide you with the qualifications necessary to advance in the professional afterschool sector or transfer to other fields.

Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Pay tiers are as follows:

  • Tier 1 = No experience ($15.00/hr)
  • Tier 2 = After 30 days and/or upon completion of required onboarding trainings OR 1+ year related experience at time of hire ($16.00/hr)
  • Tier 3 = 1+ years of related experience plus completion of all required trainings and a score of 3 or above on Temp PDP ($17.00/hr)
  • Tier 4 = 2+ years of related experience plus completion of all required trainings and a score of 3 or above on Temp PDP ($18.00/hr)

Work Schedule:

Varies based on location, adhering to a school year calendar. Afterschool hours are Monday to Friday for 3+ hours, plus planning and preparation time totaling approximately 15-20 hours weekly. Typical hours may include: M-TH 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM; Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is:

  • Dependable -- consistently reliable and not spontaneous.
  • People-oriented -- enjoys engaging with others and collaborating on group projects.
  • Adaptable -- thrives in environments that require frequent changes in direction.
  • Detail-oriented -- prefers focusing on the specifics rather than the broader picture.
  • Resilient under pressure -- excels in high-stress situations.
  • Positive -- maintains a forward-looking attitude during challenges and inspires others.

Additional Information

Locations: Magna Elementary & Matheson Jr High



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