Facilitator

Valley Youth House; York (York County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Life insurance

Job summary

Valley Youth House in York invites a part-time Facilitator to support Life Skills sessions for youth. You will assist the Life Skills Instructor, plan activities for 15-week Fall and Spring classes, and help build a positive community among program participants.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and the ability to work a hybrid schedule that includes evenings.

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating group activities and discussions in youth programs.
• Ability to establish positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Capable of organizing and delivering lessons with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist a Life Skills Instructor in planning and facilitating 15-week sessions.
• Develop relationships with students and foster a supportive community.
• Lead discussions on active listening, conflict resolution, and civil discourse.
• Arrive early to prepare class materials and coordinate activities.
• Support youth in making meaningful connections in the community.

Skills

Group facilitation

Active listening

Conflict resolution

Community building

Class prep

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: PT -Facilitator- $19.50hr - $21.75hr

Location: York

The Organization:

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a Trauma Informed / Healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency. We want our clients and staff to feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and be empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Should You Apply?

• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.
  

Essential Functions of the Facilitator:

• Assist a Life Skills Instructor (LSI) in planning, organizing, developing, and facilitating group activities for the 15 week Fall and Spring class sessions.
• Develop positive relationships with students in the program while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Build a sense of community for program youth, and help other youth to create meaningful lives in the community.
• Lead open discussions and workshops on various subjects related to active listening, conflict resolution, and civil discourse.
• Arrive at school locations before class start time and prepare class materials before student arrival.

Minimum Qualifications of the Facilitator:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Shall be a mature individual who has successfully graduated from the SBLS program or has successfully participated in other Valley Youth House programing in York County.
• A valid driver's license, a motor vehicle report that meets agency requirements and reliable transportation that can safely transport clients if needed.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule that includes evenings.
• Ability to complete the pre-employment physical and drug test requirements.

Physical Requirements of the Facilitator:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.X Occasionally
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.X Occasionally
• Medium to heavy work requiring walkingX Constantly
• Light work that includes stairs and narrow access pointsX Occasionally
• Light work that requires long distance drivingX Occasionally

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.