Youth Programs Facilitator & Workshops Lead

Young Women's Resource Center; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Program Specialist provides direct programming and support for YWRC participants primarily in 3rd through 12th grades. Key duties include coordinating, implementing, and facilitating groups, presentations, and workshops onsite, within schools, and in the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or 3+ years of experience in human services, plus at least 1 year of youth work and group facilitation, along with strong computer and driving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or 3 years+ experience in human services working with youth.
• 1+ year experience working with a diverse population of youth.
• 1 year experience in group facilitation.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, laptops, and cell phone/tablet devices.
• Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and access to a personal vehicle.
• Passage of all required criminal history background checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and facilitate Girls Inc. groups within schools, at the YWRC, or at other community locations.
• Prepare for and facilitate reproductive health or other topic specific initiatives including small groups, presentations, and workshops.
• Prepare for and facilitate special events for participants.
• Implement curriculum and meet targets as indicated by grant requirements and the agency strategic plan.
• Assist with back‑up facilitation support across all YWRC group programming.
• Collect all necessary paperwork from clients.
• Complete program tracking forms, client intake and assessment forms and other required documentation.

Skills

Group facilitation

Microsoft Office

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years human services experience

Job description

The Program Specialist provides direct programming and support for YWRC participants primarily in 3rd through 12th grades. Key duties include coordinating, implementing, and facilitating groups, presentations, and workshops onsite, within schools, and in the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or 3+ years of experience in human services, plus at least 1 year of youth work and group facilitation, along with strong computer and driving skills.