Youth Services Coordinator

Library For Sto-Rox Inc; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused library in McKees Rocks seeks a Youth Services Coordinator responsible for designing and implementing engaging programs for children and teens. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Education or a related field and experience working with youth. Responsibilities include developing educational activities, providing excellent customer service, and managing community partnerships to enhance youth literacy and cultural appreciation. This position promotes equity and inclusion in programming.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse environment.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, promote, and lead creative and educational programs for youth.
• Provide excellent customer service to children, teens, and caregivers.
• Track attendance and participation for reporting and grant purposes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual abilities (especially Spanish)

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Library Science, Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Job Title

Youth Services Coordinator

Reports To

Library Director

FLSA Status

Full-Time

Location

FOR Sto-Rox Library, McKees Rocks, PA

About Focus On Renewal

The Focus On Renewal Sto-Rox Neighborhood Corporation (FOR) was founded in 1969. FOR founders led a group of mobilized citizens and community activists to create an umbrella organization for much needed social services now ranging from food security, nutrition, early childhood education, support groups and mental health to arts programs for ages and small business incubation. FOR has now grown to house 30+ staff at four locations throughout McKees Rocks and Stowe Township. The Organization provides support to the people in our neighborhood through programs for all ages designed to develop resilient, contributing members of a thriving community. We work with a wide range of partners to ensure high quality programming is accessible to all 13,000 residents of the Sto-Rox Community.

Position Summary

The Youth Services Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating engaging, developmentally appropriate programs and services for children and teens (ages 0–18) at the FOR Sto-Rox Library. This role supports literacy development, educational enrichment, and cultural awareness, with a strong emphasis on equity, inclusion, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Facilitation

• Design, promote, and lead creative and educational programs for youth, including story times, after-school activities, teen workshops, and summer reading initiatives.
• Coordinate with local schools, organizations, and families to align services with community needs.
• Integrate STEAM, cultural arts, and life skills into programming (e.g., photography, culinary arts, African drumming, etc.).

Outreach & Partnerships

• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, especially those serving Sto-Rox youth and families.
• Represent the library at school and community events, promoting library resources and services.
• Collaborate with internal programs such as Families Foremost to extend youth engagement.

Library Services

• Provide excellent customer service to children, teens, and caregivers.
• Recommend age-appropriate books and resources.
• Assist with collection development and maintenance of youth materials.
• Work at the Library desk and assist with the ongoing operations of the front desk and circulation as required.

Administrative Duties

• Track attendance and participation for reporting and grant purposes.
• Assist in preparing program reports, promotional materials, and social media content.
• Help secure program funding and donations when possible.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Library Science, Social Work, or experience in field with ongoing CE training.
• Experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse, community-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices, youth development principles, and culturally responsive programming is a plus.
• Must pass required background checks (PA Child Abuse, Criminal Record, FBI Fingerprinting).

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual abilities (especially Spanish) are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, and/or library software systems.
• Experience coordinating volunteers or teen leadership initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Focus On Renewal is an Equal Opportunity Employer