Crew Lead @ Greencorps Chicago Youth Program

Chicagolx; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization, located in Chicago, is seeking a dedicated Crew Lead for the Greencorps Chicago Youth Program. The role focuses on leading youth, ages 16-19, in hands-on projects related to green industry skills while fostering a safe and inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will possess mentorship abilities and communicate effectively with youth. This part-time position provides meaningful work in neighborhood revitalization and community engagement efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth aged 16-19 is preferred.
• Understanding of positive youth development practices.
• Ability to create engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily program activities and hands-on green projects.
• Build trusting relationships with youth.
• Coach youth in workplace skills.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Green industry skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Leadership

Job description

Crew Lead @ Greencorps Chicago Youth Program

• Job Type: Part-time
• Job Category: Education, Community Engagement, Mentorship
• Greencorps Chicago Headquarters - East Garfield Park, Chicago

Crew Lead, Greencorps Chicago Youth Program (GCYP)

Position Description

The GCYP Crew Lead is a frontline youth development professional responsible for leading daily program activities and hands-on green industry projects with youth ages 16–19. Crew Leads create safe, inclusive learning environments, mentor youth in workforce readiness skills, and model professionalism, teamwork, and accountability. Hands-on project work focuses on neighborhood revitalization through community greening, so youth develop new skills, gain exposure to green careers, and build meaningful connections with their peers, communities, and the natural world.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging, hands‑on learning in green industry skills (such as planting, invasive species removal, carpentry)
• Build positive, trusting relationships with youth using Positive Youth Development and trauma‑informed practices
• Coach youth in workplace skills including communication, teamwork, problem‑solving, and leadership
• Maintain physically and emotionally safe learning environments in classroom and outdoor settings
• Support youth goal setting, reflection, and successful completion of projects
• Plan and lead daily work crews and field projects, including materials preparation and task sequencing
• Track attendance, participation, and youth progress using established systems
• Follow program schedules, safety protocols, and organizational policies
• Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner

3. Partnership & Community Engagement (≈10%)

• Represent GCYP professionally and support positive working relationships with community partners
• Proactively communicate site needs, concerns, and successes to the Manager