Youth Empowerment & Programs Advisor

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is seeking a Teen Empowerment Advisor to provide direct services to youths aged 11-18. You will plan year-round programs, conduct intake/orientation, maintain case records, and coordinate with schools and guardians.

The role emphasizes recruiting youth, coordinating Brent's Club Program, and collaborating with district staff to market programs. A valid driver's license and Spanish language skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services, counseling or related field.
• Ability to motivate youth.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated record of case management, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to deal with at-risk youth by using non-traditional delivery methods.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, youth, and other people encountered in the course of work.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement year-round programs for youth.
• Prepare youth to complete the program successfully.
• Provide ongoing case management services for youth.
• Maintain the youth's case management records up to date.
• Coordinate intake/orientation with youth and parents/guardians.
• Conduct initial intake/orientation and survey for youth entering the program.
• Follow up with youth and guardians who stop attending.
• Monitor attendance and community services schedule.
• Assist youth in completing community service hours set by referral source.
• Encourage family involvement to increase youth retention.
• Refer youth to service partners to support youth.
• Enter data into Excel tracking sheets of youth information and surveys.
• Recruit new youth from local middle/high schools.
• Represent the organization with schools and district staff.
• Coordinate meetings with school staff and Director of Brent's Club Program.
• Implement Brent's Club Program at local schools.
• Participate in community events to market programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in training and staff meetings.
• Work irregular hours when necessary.
• Drive from Teen Center to off-site locations.

Skills

Motivate youth

Effective communication

Case management

Organizational skills

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services, counseling or related field

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is seeking a Teen Empowerment Advisor to provide direct services to youths aged 11-18. You will plan year-round programs, conduct intake/orientation, maintain case records, and coordinate with schools and guardians.

The role emphasizes recruiting youth, coordinating Brent's Club Program, and collaborating with district staff to market programs. A valid driver's license and Spanish language skills are preferred.