Youth Programs Coordinator — Engagement & Leadership Impact

Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) is seeking a Youth Programming Coordinator to develop and lead educational and recreational programs for youth, driving CAAP's national engagement strategy by creating and managing content to involve participants.

The role collaborates with CAAP and ACCESS leadership, oversees youth development programs and scholarships, designs engagement strategies, plans events, and connects participants to internships, conferences, and

Qualifications

• Minimum degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in youth program planning, community organizing, philanthropy, and cultural events.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CAAP and ACCESS leadership to engage youth in CAAP programs and strengthen connection with the organization.
• Oversee CAAP youth programs, including Teen Grantmaking Initiative, and explore nationwide expansion.
• Coordinate CAAP's scholarship programs, manage communications with review committees, and ensure accuracy of materials.
• Collaborate with ACCESS teams to design engagement and mentorship strategies for youth and alumni.
• Plan, execute and lead events and programming for participants and alumni.
• Develop safe, engaging activities and obtain necessary releases from participants/guardians.
• Connect participants to conferences, training, internships, and jobs via community partnerships.
• Represent CAAP and ACCESS at external events and conferences as assigned.
• Develop reports for leadership and stakeholders on youth programming initiatives.

Skills

Grantmaking initiative protocols and 2

Effective communication

Organize and prioritize tasks

Team collaboration

Leadership and motivation

Professionalism and integrity

Problem-solving and adaptability

Commitment to DEI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) is seeking a Youth Programming Coordinator to develop and lead educational and recreational programs for youth, driving CAAP's national engagement strategy by creating and managing content to involve participants.

The role collaborates with CAAP and ACCESS leadership, oversees youth development programs and scholarships, designs engagement strategies, plans events, and connects participants to internships, conferences, and