Youth Development Leader

City of Santa Fe Springs; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Zach Gordon Youth Services, part of Parks & Recreation in Juneau, seeks a Youth Development Leader for the Youth Center. You will engage with youth, organize activities, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include greeting youth, tracking attendance, coordinating partner-led events, cooking and counseling, and ensuring safety. High school diploma required; CPR/First Aid within 30 days; Alaska driver’s license desired.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
• Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.
• Experience working with youth and/or families impacted by trauma or coordinating patient referral or care services is preferred.
• Two (2) courses from an accredited college in a human related field may substitute for experience
• First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.
• Alaska Driver’s License is desirable, not required.

Responsibilities

• In this position you will be working directly with youth, organizing and leading activities that support youth in making healthy choices and meaningful connections.
• You will be greeting patrons at the door and tracking attendance.
• You will be working with partners to provide an array of activities and events, and you will be cooking and counseling and having lots of fun!
• You will be building and maintaining relationships with teens and youth in middle and elementary school.
• You will be doing some paperwork and data entry and you will be making sure the youth center is safe for all.
• Occasional special events or special projects.

Skills

Youth development

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Parks & Recreation, Zach Gordon Youth Services is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Youth Development Leader at the Youth Center. The recruitment period for this position has been extended. Previous applicants will be considered and need not reapply.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the well-being of Juneau’s youth, thrives in a busy and sometimes chaotic youth center environment and is non-judgmental and welcoming to all. We are looking for someone who has a sense of humor, is creative and willing to come up with ideas for activities that youth will enjoy and someone who works well with other team members.

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our workplace. We have fun and also we are dedicated and committed to being in services to our community.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position is located in downtown Juneau at the Zach Gordon Youth Center. Hours are primarily 12:00pm-8:00pm with one 1:00pm-9:00pm shift and one 10:00am-6:00pm shift weekly. Work shifts will be Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays required.

Monday: 1:00pm-9:00pm

Tuesday: 12:00pm-8:00pm

Wednesday: 12:00pm-8:00pm

Thursday: 12:00pm-8:00pm

Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Typical Responsibilities

In this position you will be working directly with youth, organizing and leading activities that support youth in making healthy choices and meaningful connections. You will be greeting patrons at the door and tracking attendance. You will be working with partners to provide an array of activities and events, and you will be cooking and counseling and having lots of fun! This is a critical position in the day-to-day operations of the youth center. You will be building and maintaining relationships with teens and youth in middle and elementary school. You will be working with a team that is committed to Juneau’s youth and creating a more equitable community. You will be doing some paperwork and data entry and you will be making sure the youth center is safe for all. You will answer the phone and facilitate rentals of the facility from time to time.

• Registers youth for sports and other programming
• Assists families in accessing scholarship information
• Hang up physical flyers for upcoming events and programs.
• Answers phones and responds to various inquiries from the public
• Occasionally tables at public events to let the public know about youth services programming.
• Speak with parents and guardians on the phone and in person about their child.
• Outdoor yard maintenance of taking care of chickens, processing compost, looking after the garden.
• Occasional special events or special projects.

Education

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or the equivalent.

Experience

Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.

Experience working with youth and/or families impacted by trauma or coordinating patient referral or care services is preferred.

Substitute

Two (2) courses from an accredited college in a human related field may substitute for experience

Certifications

First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

Alaska Driver’s License (desired, not required)

EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call [phone] or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at [e-mail] or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.

Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work. Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau’s Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Thirteen paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program

The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program – City and Borough of Juneau.

Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools