Youth Activities Assistant

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is seeking a Youth Activities Assistant for the Boys & Girls Club of the Minneapolis American Indian Center. This role focuses on providing culturally relevant opportunities for American Indian youth, facilitating activities that promote communication, academics, and leadership skills. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a high school diploma, with a preference for those experienced in engaging this community. The position involves planning activities, supervising groups, and requires a valid driver's license for transportation.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO): 52 hours/year

Holidays: up to 15 days

401k participation

Qualifications

• Experience with American Indian youth and families preferred.
• Knowledge of Minneapolis American Indian community and cultural values preferred.
• Ability to initiate and complete tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and facilitating youth activities.
• Lead groups focused on enrichment activities.
• Transport youth to/from activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Boys & Girls Club of the Minneapolis American Indian Center provides American Indian youth with culturally relevant opportunities that foster their holistic development and personal empowerment, with an emphasis on reaching their full potential and pursuing their dreams. The Youth Activities Assistant helps provide direct services to youth through the implementation of cultural, academic, recreational, and health related activities. Activities will focus on skills development in communication, academics, problem-solving, leadership, community-engagement, as well as culture and health/wellness. This roll will also assist with community outreach programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the planning, facilitation, and evaluation of groups and activities for youth within existing program formats.
• Lead small and large youth activity groups focused on enrichment activities.
• Provide a positive experience for youth within the program and during sponsored field trips.
• Ability to transport youth to and from activities in the MAIC Boys & Girls Club vehicle.
• Function as part of the team, attending planning meetings, and assisting in events.
• Work as a member of a team to research and plan activities to carry out the program’s goals.
• Maintain cleanliness and efficiency of program area.
• Assists in community outreach for recruitment and program resources.
• Assist in the supervision and development of volunteers.
• Participate in orientation/training to gain the understanding to carry out program goals.
• Maintain confidentiality when working with children and staff.
• Participate in MAIC staff meetings and training events.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience engaging American Indian youth and/or families in an out-of-school time setting is preferred
• Knowledge of the Minneapolis American Indian community, cultural values, and cultural practices is preferred
• Great interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Should be a self-starter; demonstrate an ability to initiate and complete tasks
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, be insurable, and able to operate a company owned vehicle

OTHER INFORMATION

• This is an onsite role and includes driving for field trips and transporting youth to/from the Club.
• Typical schedule 20 - 25 hours per week, Mon - Fri, with a combination of daytime and evening hours, and occasional weekends. Schedule varies from summer to schoolyear.

TIME OFF & BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 52 hours/year
• Holidays: up to 15 days
• 401k participation

All offers of employment with the Minneapolis American Indian Center (“MAIC”) are contingent upon acceptable results of a background check and are conducted in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. All job applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, or membership/activity in a local human rights commission. Employment with MAIC is at-will, meaning it may be terminated by you, or us, at any time, without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.