Youth Programs Aide - Boulevard, United States - Southern Indian Health Council, Inc

Southern Indian Health Council, Inc

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Boulevard, United States

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title:
Youth Programs Aide

Department:
Administration

Supervised By:
Director of Youth Programs

Location:
La Posta

Status:
Non-exempt

Posted:
June, 2024

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Salary:
$ /hour DOE

Grant:
N/A

Hours:
Full Time, Monday-Friday, hours TBD as per program needs

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Youth Programs Aide plans, implements and supervises club members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.

Must maintain close, daily contact with staff (professional and volunteer), club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instruction; instruct; and advise/counsel.

Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes to include:
a. Promote and stimulate program participation, especially for teens

b. Register new members and participate in their club orientation process

c. Provide guidance and role modeling to members

Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs and good appearance of the branch at all times. Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.
Register and update member information into Vision Tracking system, make new ID cards.
Enter purchase orders into AccuFund system.
Implement special programs such as SMART Moves Program, Teen Dating Violence Program and Bullying Prevention Program which will expose Club kids to various activities designed to help their decision-making and critical-thinking skills, as well as learn how to avoid and/or resist alcohol, tobacco, other drugs and premature sexual activity.
Conduct Arts & Crafts activities including researching ideas, planning, preparing materials, teaching and cleaning up.
Assist the Executive Director with Academic Incentive Program by communicating with local schools and teachers to obtain information on members' academic needs.
Ensure a productive work environment by participating in monthly staff meetings.
May participate in special programs and/or events
May be required to drive Club van.
Ability to work a flexible schedule may be required based on need
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:
Must be 18 years of age or older with a High School diploma or GED certificate. Experience working with children. Knowledge of youth development. Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. Ability to interact with the general public. Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.

Character:
Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness.

Must be responsible and able to exercise good judgment, accept administrative supervision, pay attention to detail, follow instructions, including the ability to interact effectively and communicate with people in a professional and courteous manner.

Must be highly confidential and work as a team with other staff. Applicant should be sensitive to client's needs.

Skills:
Strong team building, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective peer relationships with coworkers within the Youth Programs Department, clinic-wide, and the public.

Must be able to express ideas clearly, concisely, address audiences effectively, and exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

Willing to be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, take initiative, be proactive, and function in a rapidly changing environment.

Ability to work with people of all social and ethnic backgrounds and to resolve conflicts, negotiates situations, and facilitate consensus.

Physical and Personal Requirements:
Normal clinic/office environment. Sit or stand for long periods of time. Reach, bend, climb, stoop, lift up to 25 lbs. repetitive hand movement; use and view PC. Reliable transportation and car insurance as required by the state. Travel as needed.

Compliance:
Each employee plays a key role in creating a compliance culture at SIHC. Employees are expected to learn and comply with all SIHC policies and procedures. One must have the ability to understand the implications and complexities of all compliance policies.

Participation in all compliance training is mandatory, and generally have a heightened awareness of policies and regulations that are specific to one's department and position.

All SIHC employees are expected to report v