Youth Services Coordinator

Alternatives For Girls; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 20 000 - 22 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Alternatives For Girls in Detroit seeks a Youth Services Coordinator to deliver after-school and summer programs that build leadership and positive decision-making. This role provides direct services, facilitates workshops, and maintains participant records to support academic success and well-being.

The position requires a degree in Social Work or related field, 1–3 years working with youth, a valid driver's license, and bilingual abilities (Spanish/English) preferred.

Qualificações

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience with high-risk youth.
• Experience with youth leadership training, peer counseling, and workshop planning preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and access to a personal vehicle.
• Proficiency in basic computer software and data entry.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and facilitate workshops aligned with program goals.
• Support curriculum development and deliver leadership and social-emotional programming.
• Maintain participant records, progress notes, and attendance.
• Advocate for youth on school, community, and family issues.
• Prepare meals/snacks and keep program spaces clean and organized.
• Provide transportation to participants as needed and assist with scheduling and budgeting.

Conhecimentos

Teamwork

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Communication

Reliability

Lifting

Formação académica

Social Work degree

Related field degree

Ferramentas

MS Office

Data entry

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Full Time Detroit, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1085

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Annually

Job Description: Youth Services Coordinator

Position Title: Youth Services Coordinator
Reports To: Program Manager, Youth Prevention
Employment Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Youth Services Coordinator supports the mission of Alternatives For Girls (AFG) by serving youth in the Detroit community through after-school and summer programs focused on youth development and risk prevention. This position provides direct services, facilitates workshops, and supports participants in building skills that promote academic success, leadership, and positive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Delivery
  • Coordinate and facilitate workshops aligned with program and grant goals.
  • Support curriculum development as needed.
  • Deliver programming focuses on leadership, conflict resolution, communication, teambuilding, social-emotional skills, self-esteem, and healthy lifestyles.
• Youth Advocacy & Support
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with participants, acting as an advocate for youth regarding school, community, interpersonal, and family issues.
  • Maintain accurate participant records, including daily case notes, progress notes, and attendance.
• Program Operations
  • Prepare and serve meals/snacks; ensure program spaces remain clean and organized.
  • Provide transportation to participants on an as-needed basis.
  • Help the program meet quality, scheduling, and budget requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated Abilities

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong decision-making and conflict-resolution skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to demonstrate diplomacy and tact.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to lift and carry program supplies and donations regularly.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services, or related field preferred (equivalent life/work experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working with youth engaged in high-risk activities (e.g., gangs, violence, drugs, truancy, sexual activity, or other high-risk environments).
• Experience with youth leadership training models, peer counseling, adolescent development, workshop planning, and facilitation strongly preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and access to a personal vehicle.
• Proficiency in basic computer software and data entry.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.