Part-Time Assistant Resource Coordinator (3470)

YOUTH GUIDANCE•Chicago, IL

1d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Support in the development of programming, events and activities based on school, parent, and student interests/needs to help foster the critical thinking and independence of students. With a focus on social and emotional learning, academic enrichment, community service, leadership, fine and performing arts, and health & wellness.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in social work, education or related human service field from an approved accredited college/university or actively working towards a degree
Commitment to working with youth
Excellent organizational and strategic-planning skills
Flexibility, positivity, resourcefulness and initiative
Dedication to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve conflicts and maintain positive work atmosphere
Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse client population
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including select evenings and/or weekends
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (outlook, word, excel, power point)
Communication: Uses effective written and oral communication with internal staff, teams, and community served; demonstrates empathy and listening
Client orientation: Recognizes needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation, to ultimately maximize the impact
Equity mindset: Understands and is committed to goals of equity, consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace
Growth mindset: Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills, even if the change is required, demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to learn
Ownership and quality of work: Effectively manages own work, and work of the team to ensure delivery of high-quality work
Supervisory skills: Effectively manages and develops others
Mission drive: Demonstrates commitment to the missing of the organization as a whole and alignment with organization values

Responsibilities

Serve as team lead/YG point person when Resource Coordinator is out of the office.
Make executive decisions to manage the program, deal with schedule changes, handle emergencies, etc. with the best interests of all stakeholders in mind.
Maintain complete record of attendance and services provided in City span.
Manage billing roster and assist with invoicing process.
Provide administrative and program support for School Programs.
Supervise and support students and staff where directed.
Aid in staff development, including organizing and hosting trainings.
Maintain behavioral expectations for students in keeping with established methods and procedures.
Mastery of school-based behavior management plan such as supporting positive discipline and restorative justice practices.
Maintain positive and mutually informative relationship with school administration, teachers, staff, parents, students, and community stakeholders.
Develop and maintain tools for communicating with grant providers, school, parents, students, community members, and other stakeholders as necessary.
Cultivate community partnerships with individuals and organizations that can provide resources and/or support for programs and initiatives, including volunteers, donations, youth opportunities, grants, etc.
Support in fostering and building community collaborations and relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Resource Coordinator.