Youth Worker-Teen Center

Manchester; Manchester (CT); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Town of Manchester is seeking a part-time Youth Service Bureau assistant to support program design and coordination. You will help staff develop positive youth development activities, monitor programs, and prepare written reports. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Qualified candidates have an relevant degree or enrollment, plus experience with youth services and strong communication skills. A valid driver’s license is required and the role is temporary through June 2027.

Formación

• Associate’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology or related field or current enrollment in a related program.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in design, presentation and coordination of positive youth development programs for the Manchester Youth Service Bureau.
• Monitor and evaluate programs and work with staff to improve them.
• Prepare written reports and evaluations; operate a computer with word processing software.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Youth development knowledge

Counseling basics

Educación

Associate’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology or related field

Herramientas

Word processing

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Part-time Temporary through June 2027

19.5 hours per week @ $20/hr (no benefits)

Must be flexible and available to work some evening and weekend hours

Summary of Position: Under direction of the Youth Service Director or designee, assists staff with the design, presentation, and coordination of positive youth development programs for the Manchester Youth Service Bureau. Assists staff to monitor and evaluate programs and work with staff to improve them. Participates and assists with other Youth Service Bureau functions. Communication with court personnel, police, schools and other agencies where appropriate. Operates a personal computer with word processing and other software. Prepare written reports and evaluations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Desirable Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of programs and benefits in the community that are available to youth and their families and the ability to obtain the same. Knowledge of cultural issues affecting youth. Ability to act as a role model for youth. Basic knowledge of counseling methods and procedures and ability to advise youth and their families. Ability to deal tactfully with youth and to gain insight into and provide assistance and advice in sensitive situations. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with youth, their families, co-workers and community agencies. Ability to respond effectively to conflict. Ability to prepare written records and reports and ability to use or learn to use computers.

Requirements: Associate’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology or related field, or current enrollment in a degree program in one of these fields. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Previous experience working with youth and/or families, particularly in a direct service capacity, is preferred. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

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Company Description

The Town of Manchester is a vibrant and diverse community with an array of public services that reflect a set of values shared by its residents and leaders committed to bringing Manchester into the 21st century as an up-and-coming community that cares about its residents, its children, its schools and parks, its roads and utilities, and the health and safety of the Manchester Community.

Town of Manchester’s employees are essential to the town’s ability to provide quality services to the community. It is our goal to attract a diverse, and well-qualified workforce that are representative of our residents to bring their experience and expertise to join our team.

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