Youth Program Specialist

About Evergreen Goodwill
Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high-quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career-ready and can support themselves and their families.

The organization employs over 2,000 people, operates five job-training centers, 23 nonprofit retail stores and more than 27 donation sites in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. Every day, Evergreen Goodwill connects people with the jobs, services and skills they need — because Jobs Change Lives. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and are focused on creating a joyful, inclusive and successful organization.

Job Title: Youth Program Specialist - Maritime
Pay Range: $60,000-65,000
FLSA: Salaried, Non-Exempt
Location: Skagit, in person
About Goodwill
We believe in the potential of individuals to make positive changes in their lives. We believe that education and training empower people to make those changes. Our vision for the communities we serve is that each person is able to choose rewarding employment, financial security and the experience of educational achievement. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI). We embrace our employees' differences and acknowledge and support our collective responsibility.

About The Position
The Youth Program Specialist is responsible for classroom instruction and training. The Youth Program Specialist will plan for and deliver youth education classes, administer examinations, collect and record data as it pertains to student progress. The Specialist will integrate a holistic, student-centered approach to instruction and prepare students to become work-ready.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Instruction (During the school year instruction is 25% of time, during summer session instruction is 80% of time)

• Provide direct instruction in some or all of the following depending upon need: career exploration, college navigation, soft skills, job readiness, career-specific hard skills, and life skills.
• Assist in developing curriculum material.
• Develop and teach workshops from approved curriculum.

• Assist with the development of activities and/or workshops to increase parental participation in the education of the student.

• Responsible to support, advance, and contribute to a DEI framework.

• Collaborate with students, staff and managers to purposefully work to implement student centered initiatives.
• Attend required meetings, trainings and develop and deliver presentations.

Academic Guidance/Case Management (During the school year academic guidance is 40% of time, during summer academic guidance is 10% of time)

• Assess each student's stage of academic development post high-school and promote student growth by determining suitable developmental tasks.
• Monitor academic progress of students and advise students attending college certificate/degree programs; determine eligibility and satisfactory progress toward their credentials; identify current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring) and find and connect appropriate resources for the student.
• Serve as a liaison between Goodwill and community/technical college partners.
• Provide case management support in developing and revising an individual educational plan for each youth and document their progress, including any important milestones.

• Share student's educational progress and identified concerns and needs with Youth Program Director and Manager.

• Support with finding appropriate referrals and employment for students based on needs.

Administrative Support (During the school year program support is 35% of time, during summer program support is 10%)

• Coordinate with other community organizations to develop service-learning projects and other hands-on learning and work opportunities for the youth.

• Plan for student meals and arrange special field trips, operating passenger van to drive students to and from activities in and outside of the city limits.

• Assist with outreach to recruit youth into the program annually.

• Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure open channels of communication with parents and students are maintained during the school year and beyond.
• Demonstrates safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education. However, lived experience and international experience considered in lieu of more traditional, U.S. achieved credentials.
• Minimum three (3) years of training/teaching, workforce development, and/or program management experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience working with youth ages 14-24.
• Experience with remote service delivery a plus.
• Ability to operate a 16- passenger van on city streets and freeways.
• Experience teaching/training students who may not have any formal education.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with students from a variety of economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, physical and mental abilities and sexual orientations and those with limited English skills.
• Must demonstrate a high level of commitment to equity and non-discrimination in practice and execution of duties.
• Ability to always practice confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to make good decisions without on-site supervision.
• Multilingual skills a plush.
• Must be able to meet travel requirements of up to 25% of work time locally and statewide.

Certificates, Licenses, Or Registrations

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred; will be required to take Goodwill certification class.
• State of Washington teaching certification/credential or equivalent a plus.
• Must have valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Computer/Technology Skills

• Proficient with web-based applications (Google Workspace), video conferencing, database systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn new technology and software as related to the job.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required sit for long periods of time, communicate with other employees by talking and hearing and to operate computer systems. Able to safely lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs., grasp, handle, finger and manipulate items; perform repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists, and arms, standing for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills. Maintain reliable attendance.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities

• Problem solving
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Analyzing and interpreting data
• Time management
• Multiple deadlines
• Prioritization

Work Environment
Office/classroom environment; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must have reliable transportation, as this position requires travel to offsite meetings and events.

Everyone Is Welcome

When you join Evergreen Goodwill, you join a truly vibrant community. We value the things that make us different and unique. From diverse international and ethnic backgrounds, to languages, identities, ages, orientations, and beyond, Evergreen Goodwill celebrates individual and cultural diversity.

Why work at Evergreen Goodwill?

• A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• 100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
• Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
• Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
• Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
• Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mentorship Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Job Training

EEO Statement: Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.

This document does not represent a contract of employment, and EGNW reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as EGNW may deem appropriate.