YOUTH WORKER ASSOCIATE (Part Time)

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Title: Youth Worker Associate

Company: Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)

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Compensation: $18 per hour

Classification: Part Time; Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Community Schools

Supervisor Responsibilities: No

Location: Deneen School of Excellence at 7257 S. State St in Chicago IL

Schedule: 1:00p 6:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule subject to change based on organizational needs

Purpose: Within centers/sites and external locations Youth Worker Associate performs functions to coordinate and implement out-of-school time youth development activities; working with the program team under the general direction of a supervisor plans and implements daily lessons and activities for assigned after-school groups in the context of CYCs program framework.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for recruitment enrollment and intake of the assigned number of group members; engage in canvassing and other recruitment activities assigned; assist in developing and implementing community relations strategies.
• Responsible for ensuring that recordkeeping and reporting systems are maintained in an up-to-date and accurate manner and consistent with agency standards; track and record group members progress consistent with CYCs outcomes matrix and ETO database procedures.
• Responsible for facilitation of one or more School-age and/or Teen Groups; develop and implement weekly lesson plans by CYCs P21 curriculum model; ensure safe and appropriate group environment; ensure that designated space and materials are ready in advance of each days scheduled activities; ensure required program component hours are met and activities are planned consistent with agency outcomes; monitor the progress of individual member goals.
• Responsible for assisting with center and agency program evaluation activities as assigned including periodic supervision and staff meetings peer reviews satisfaction surveys and quality improvement teams; implement recommendations for improvements as required.
• Responsible for driving and/or transporting children and youth on agency business.
• Responsible for assisting with the involvement of parents and families; ensuring consistent communication with parents of youth members regarding youths progress; assisting in developing parent and family activities as assigned and by agency standards.

Willing to embrace and demonstrate CYCs Mantras:

• ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic optimistic and kindeven when things get hard.
• CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families my co-workers and my community. I will think care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others.
• OWN IT - I will never say Thats not my job. When I see something that needs to be done I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency dependability and respect.
• PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.

• Associate degree or equivalent in Youth Development or related field with a minimum of six semester hours in Child Development Elementary Education Physical Education Recreation Camping or other related field.
• Associate degree Equivalency: 30 semester hours of college credit plus 2 years of experience in youth development or a related field (six hours of which must be in a field related to youth development as noted above)

Or

• 6 30 semester hours of college credit plus 3 years of experience in youth development or a related field (six hours of which must be in a field related to youth development as noted above).
• Advancing Youth Development Certificate (may acquire at the first opportunity). One-year related work experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children in the field of youth development. Experience working with kindergarten- 2nd-grade students. Creativity and ability to teach science music arts & crafts. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Computer expertise (MS Word Excel Access etc.).