Job DetailsJob Location: Chicago - Chicago, IL 60602Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: On-sitePosition Summary: Support in the development of programming, events and activities based on school, parent, and student interests/needs to help foster the critical thinking and independence of students. With a focus on social and emotional learning, academic enrichment, community service, leadership, fine and performing arts, and health & wellness.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Serve as team lead/YG point person when Resource Coordinator is out of the office.
Make executive decisions to manage the program, deal with schedule changes, handle emergencies, etc. with the best interests of all stakeholders in mind.
Maintain complete record of attendance and services provided in City span.
Manage billing roster and assist with invoicing process.
Provide administrative and program support for School Programs.
Supervise and support students and staff where directed.
Aid in staff development, including organizing and hosting trainings.
Maintain behavioral expectations for students in keeping with established methods and procedures. Mastery of school-based behavior management plan such as supporting positive discipline and restorative justice practices.
Maintain positive and mutually informative relationship with school administration, teachers, staff, parents, students, and community stakeholders.
Develop and maintain tools for communicating with grant providers, school, parents, students, community members, and other stakeholders as necessary.
Cultivate community partnerships with individuals and organizations that can provide resources and/or support for programs and initiatives, including volunteers, donations, youth opportunities, grants, etc.
Support in fostering and building community collaborations and relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Resource Coordinator.
QualificationsEducation/Experience/Training
A Bachelor’s degree in social work, education or related human service field from an approved accredited college/university or actively working towards a degree
Skills/Abilities
Commitment to working with youth
Excellent organizational and strategic-planning skills
Flexibility, positivity, resourcefulness and initiative
Dedication to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve conflicts and maintain positive work atmosphere
Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse client population
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including select evenings and/or weekends
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (outlook, word, excel, power point)
Core Competencies:
Communication: Uses effective written and oral communication with internal staff, teams, and community served; demonstrates empathy and listening
Client orientation: Recognizes needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation, to ultimately maximize the impact
Equity mindset: Understands and is committed to goals of equity, consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace
Growth mindset: Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills, even if the change is required, demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to learn
Ownership and quality of work: Effectively manages own work, and work of the team to ensure delivery of high-quality work
Supervisory skills: Effectively manages and develops others
Mission drive: Demonstrates commitment to the missing of the organization as a whole and alignment with organization values
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates in a professional office environment, school setting and working with the public,
Occasional local travel
Our Values
At Youth Guidance, we believe that creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected is fundamental to realizing our vision of bright and successful futures for all young people. We acknowledge that many systems and institutions intended to support youth do not provide fair treatment or access for everyone. We strive to celebrate the unique qualities of youth and recognize them as empowered leaders, problem-solvers, and experts of their own experiences.
Youth Guidance is an equal opportunity employer. Youth Guidance does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Benefits for part-time employees include paid leave, paid sick leave, 401k plan (after qualifications are met), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), training, and professional development. You may also quality for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).