Teen Development Coordinator

City of Greenacres

Lake Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

City of Greenacres is seeking a Youth Programs Coordinator to mentor teens, plan and deliver engaging STEAM and enrichment activities, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The role supports after-school and community-based programs under Palm Beach County guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED with relevant youth experience, First Aid/CPR, and ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

Two years of professional experience working with youth ages 12-18.
First Aid and CPR certification within six months of employment.
Complete DCF Child Care courses within 90 days of hire and start others within 90 days; annual 18 hours in-service training.

Responsibilities

Mentor and supervise groups of teens in out-of-school time settings.
Organizes and leads activities, games, and crafts.
Develops and executes lesson plans and new activities.
Ensure safety procedures and Health Department guidelines are followed.
Maintain attendance records and required paperwork.
Assist with front office and sign-out coverage.
Coordinate and implement late nights and teen events.

Skills

Mentoring teens

Program planning

Safety procedures

Communication

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

The City of Greenacres' Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

Must have graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
Must be of good moral character.
Must submit to a post-offer physical examination, drug screen and Level II fingerprinting. The offer of employment will be contingent on the results of testing and/or examinations.

Required Information And Documents

A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided.

Please Upload The Following Documents To The Application

H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate
College Diploma (if applicable)
Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable)
Military DD214 Form (if applicable)
Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable)

Applications received without required attachments will be considered incomplete.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Position Summary: Provides activities and mentorship to teens to support their developmental growth. Plans and delivers age-appropriate programming in areas of interest including but not limited to STEAM, Technical Education, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, and recreation. All programming complies with Palm Beach County Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities, the Council on Accreditation National out-of-school time standards, and Palm Beach County’s Quality Standards for Afterschool.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Mentor and supervise groups of teens, made up of middle and high school youth in out-of-school time settings, or as assigned.
Organizes and leads various games, activities, programs, arts and crafts, etc.
Develops, implements, and executes lesson plans and new activities.
Ensures that safety procedures and Health Department guidelines are followed.
Assists with planning and implementation of the monthly activity schedule.
Ensures the Quality Improvement System (QIS) standards are consistently met and participates in the annual QIS monitoring process.
Ensure Council on Accreditation (COA) Out-of-school standards are implemented daily.
Assists with planning and organizing field trips and educational programs.
Maintains accurate attendance records, discipline forms, accident reports, medication log, and other required paperwork.
Ensures that proper opening and closing procedures are followed.
Assists in the marketing and public relations for the program.
Ensures safety and security of facility and participants.
Administers basic first aid and medication as needed to participants.
Verifies participants when entering and exiting bus; conducts inspection of bus to ensure all participants have exited.
Transport participants daily using City buses and vans.
Assist with the weekly staffing pattern and ensures ratios are maintained, including CARES program.
Coordinate and implement Late Nights, Community Service Projects, and Teen Events as required.
Assist with front office /sign out coverage as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

Knowledge Of

Minimum standards of developmentally appropriate practice for elementary age children.
Games, activities, and arts/crafts for youth.
Program policies and emergency procedures.
Basic office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Basic first aid and CPR.

Ability To

Pass and maintain the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Live Scan Clearinghouse Level II background check.
Interpret and apply rules and regulations.
Work with children with disabilities in an inclusive setting.
Work a flexible schedule.
Participate in or lead special programs and/or events.
Develop and maintain relationships with school and community.
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, other City departments, public agencies and the general public.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Maintain clear, concise and accurate records.
Organize work assignments and resources to provide timely, effective and efficient operations.
Maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
Maintain confidentiality regarding participants and their family.
Support the Department’s and City’s Mission, Values and Goals.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma/G.E.D. with two (2) years of professional experience working with youth ages 12-18.
Minimum age of 18 years or older.
First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of employment.
The following Department of Children and Families (DCF) Child Care courses must be completed within 90 days of hire:
- Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours)
- Child Growth and Development (6 hours)
- Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours)
- Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours)
The following Department of Children and Families (DCF) Child Care courses must be started within 90 days of employment and completed within twelve (12) months of hire:
- Foundations of Advancing Youth Development (12 hours) OR Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (6 hours)
- Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours)
Annually complete eighteen (18) hours of in-service training (online or instructor led).
Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License. Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake (AB), and Passenger (P) within six (6) months of employment.

Benefits

The City of Greenacres provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes city-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to retirement plan(s), paid vacation, sick leave, thirteen (13) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Fulltime Benefit Summary

01 Describe your understanding and experience of the Palm Beach County's Quality Improvement System (QIS)?

02 Are you available to work during Winter and Summer Camps, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm?

03 Is there anything that would prohibit you from you from obtaining Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake (AB) and Passenger (P) endorsements within one (1) year of employment and the ability to main the Class (B) license?

04 How many years of experience do you have working with Teens?