Youth Activities Worker (Teen Center)
Youth Activities Worker (Teen Center)
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Position Title: Youth Activities Worker (Teen Center)
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Boys & Girls Club
Division: Community Services
Immediate Supervisor: Site Supervisor 7th12th
Department Director: DirectorBoys & Girls Club
Employment Status: NonExempt
Position Type: Regular PartTime (2 positions)
Mandatory Reporter: Yes
Background Check Required: Yes (childsensitive)**
Opening Date: Thursday May 1 2025
Closing Date: Thursday May 8 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community tradition and progress. As Alabamas only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members preserve our traditions and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust unity and growth we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.
Overview
In our hourly positions we look for dedicated individuals who value respect take pride in accountability and embrace a culture of collaboration and excellence. As an integral part of our team you will contribute to a positive and supportive environment where every effort is appreciated and every role is essential. Your commitment to upholding our values and maintaining a strong work ethic will help us achieve shared success.
Primary Objectives
The Youth Activities Worker is a key linelevel position responsible for providing leadership and supervision for assigned children of the afterschool and/or summer activities. This job description is not an allinclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives as assigned.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance Opportunity Accountability Respect Culture and Honesty.
Essential Functions
- Ensures the safety and wellbeing of participants of various ages from a variety of physical and behavioral backgrounds.
- Implements approved behavior management strategies to ensure an orderly environment.
- Supervises participants while participating in indoor and outdoor activities such as games arts & crafts educational and cultural activities field trips swimming short hikes sports and other daily activities.
- Maintains a highly motivated and charged atmosphere with a good relationship with the participants parents general public and other staff members.
- Assists the Site Supervisor7th12th and/or applicable staff in planning implementing and carrying out daily activities maintaining accurate daily records of assigned group.
- Assists the Site Supervisor7th12th in the preparation of weekly schedules and plan of activities.
- Inspects area for any safety concerns and reports them to the Site Supervisor7th12th
- Ensures that all members are following all policies.
- Must fully inform the Site Supervisor7th12th and/or applicable staff of any possible problems relating to program and/or participants.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.
- High school diploma or equivalent required or must be a currently enrolled high school student or be enrolled in a GED program.
- Must have six (6) months of fulltime employment experience working with young children.
- Must possess certification of Mandatory Reporter Training or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
- Must possess and maintain First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
- Must be twentyone (21) years old or older
- Ability to work odd and irregular hours as needed.
- Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
- Ability to travel and participate in required training leadership development and other events.
- Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
- Absolute confidentiality.
- Must possess character that earns the confidence of the participants parents and community and minimizes public criticism or complaints.
- Must be enthusiastic and motivated and be able to work in a team environment under general supervision.
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to sit stand walk kneel crouch stoop and twist for an extended period of time as well as climb lift hold and move objects weighing a maximum of fifty (50) pounds.
- Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
- Takes accountability for performance and results.
- Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.
- The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.
**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as childsensitive or datasensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
INDIAN PREFERENCE SPOUSAL PREFERENCE OR FIRST GENERATION:
In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements as stated in a job description preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) NonIndian
In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) NonIndian
In order to receive preference the appropriate documentation must be submitted.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
