Youth Development Specialist

Girl Scouts Of Greater Chicago And Northwest Indiana; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization dedicated to empowering girls is seeking a Youth Development Specialist. This full-time role involves leading engaging troop sessions for K-12 girls, focusing on STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Life Skills. You'll create a safe and supportive environment while collaborating with volunteers and community partners. With flexible hours and a commitment to professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young girls. Join a mission-driven team that values diversity and fosters personal and professional development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in education, psychology, or youth development preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in youth program facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee troop sessions with girls in grades K-12 during programs.
• Deliver STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Life Skills programs.

Skills

Adaptability

Accountability

Organization

Caring Attitude

Multitasking

Sensitivity to Diverse Needs

Public Speaking

Creativity

Cultural Competence

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana (GSCNWI) is an organization dedicated to helping girls build courage, confidence, and character. We value collaboration, communication, and teamwork. If you seek a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful impact on girls' lives, consider joining us. We are committed to being an equitable, trauma-informed, community-based organization serving girls and their families across 245 communities.

Are you looking to work with a mission-driven organization? Do you want a role that challenges you and adds value? The Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana offers the Youth Development Specialist position, which advances our mission and transforms lives.

The Role - Youth Development Specialist

The Youth Development Specialist will oversee and lead troop sessions with girls in grades K-12 during virtual, day, and after-school programs. The role involves visiting program sites in Chicago.

This is a full-time hourly role, benefits-eligible, with overtime pay. Travel is required.

Required Hours

• Monday through Friday (30-37.5 hours per week)
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights

Responsibilities include:

• Providing a safe, engaging environment for programming
• Delivering programs related to STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Life Skills in an engaging, structured manner
• Using trauma-informed and SEL tools to support girls' emotional needs
• Collaborating with program volunteers and maintaining responsibility for program effectiveness
• Attending community events, trainings, and meetings
• Maintaining records for each site (attendance, troop, and girl information)
• Building community collaborations and relationships with school and park personnel
• Adhering to policies and modeling expected behaviors
• Supporting membership growth goals
• Completing brief written reflections on program impact
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required; experience in education, psychology, youth development, or program delivery preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• 1-3 years of experience in youth program facilitation and compliance with grant requirements
• Experience working with youth in out-of-school or classroom settings
• Highly organized with multitasking ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Skills:

• Adaptability, accountability, organization, caring attitude
• Strong multitasking skills
• Sensitivity to diverse needs
• Interest in professional growth
• Public speaking comfort, especially with girls and families
• Creativity and imagination
• Self-starter attitude
• Cultural competence
• Process-oriented mindset

Support Provided:

• Training on equipment, systems, and processes
• Participation in council meetings and volunteer opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, and supplementary insurances
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal, holidays, and mental wellness days
• Casual work environment with remote options if applicable

Compensation: $24.36/hr

GSGCNWI values diverse perspectives and is an equal opportunity employer, embracing differences in education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity and expression, nationality, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.