SafeFutures Youth Center is currently seeking a Part-Time Youth Program Coordinator
SafeFutures Youth Center is currently seeking a Part-Time Youth Program Coordinator for our Mien Youth Leadership & Empowerment program. Please disburse the attached employment opportunity announcement and direct all inquiries to Katherine Oum at extension 123. The employment opportunity description can also be accessed on our website at under "About Us". Thank you, SafeFutures Youth Center 6337 35th Avenue SW Seattle, WA 98126 (Ph) 206.938.9606 (fx) 206.938.7540 safefutures@sfyc.net
SAFEFUTURES YOUTH CENTER - EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PART-TIME YOUTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR SALARY:
$12.00/hour, no benefits, no vacations or holidays. POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the SafeFutures Youth Center Program Manager, Coordinate and lead various educational, youth leadership and enhancement components of the Mien Youth Leadership & Empowerment program. This position will require some work during evenings and occasional weekends. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Recruit and screen 8-10 youths of Mien/Lao ethnic backgrounds in the Greater Seattle area for various educational, cultural, and leadership programs with SafeFutures. Recruit, screen, and train volunteers and interns for various programs. Develop, implement, staff, and supervise various academic and social skill building programs and curriculum based on various cultural history and other contemporary themes. Provide training and skill development to program youth to ensure understanding and participation. Seek resources and opportunities from surrounding community organizations/agencies and coordinate with SafeFutures programs. In cooperation with the Education Coordinator develop effective community relationships; seek community support to form partnerships that align with the mission and vision of SafeFutures. Coordinate and collaborate with youth center staff and community leaders/organizations/agencies/schools to build curriculum which may include: lectures, guest speakers, educational programming, hands-on projects, field trips, and summer projects. Work with partner agency coordinators to develop and implement community assessments and surveys, complete community environmental health projects; and participate in community change and building. Assist in assessment activities, home visits, community activities, and projects. Create and complete program documentation forms, conduct pre and post test evaluations, and conduct participant questionnaires. Ensure SafeFutures meets or makes satisfactory progress towards contract standards and requirements. Prepare documentation and generate reports and updates for funders. Supervise and be responsible for the general safety of students in program functions and activities. Attend staff meetings, trainings, conferences and other similar events as needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of experience in the field of social work, education, math, science, or general youth programs, with one of those years paid. Bachelor’s Degree education, social work, or related field or a combination of education and/or training and/or work experience which provide the ability to perform the functions of the job. Good writing and communication skills and ability to utilize computers (particularly email and word processing programs). Valid Washington State Driver’s License. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to gather, analyze, and use data to create, manage, and evaluate various educational and recreational programs to meet the needs of youth. Demonstrated ability to develop and operate youth peer groups and activities; ability to relate well with youth at-risk and take leadership roles with youth; ability to develop and implement academic and social skill building curriculum; knowledge of community/youth organizing curricula; knowledge of different cultures and refugee/immigrant history and relevant issues which impact the minority community; knowledge of the juvenile justice system and the public school system; bilingual in Mien or Lao. HOW TO APPLY:
Send resume and cover letter to Katherine Oum, SafeFutures Youth Center, 6337
-35th Ave. SW, Seattle, WA 98126. For more information call (206) 938-9606 ext. 123. Position open until filled.
An equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for people with disabilities provided upon request.
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