Bilingual - Out of School Coordinator

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM • Phoenix, AZ

14d • $58,000

About The Position

NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members. Responsible for development of positive youth activities in arts, culture, and sports. Supervise the Out of School and Youth Worker team. Identify activities that can be developed to align with youth programs and services.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, human services or a related field.
• Three years’ experience in the human services field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
• Familiarity with data collection and entry for report purposes
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Enthusiastic self-starter.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Works well independently and as a team member.
• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide children and employees with a positive and appropriate educational environment consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Supervise the out of school team, including Youth Workers and other assigned employees at the assigned location.
• Supervision includes hiring and leading the team and ensuring training, pay, and performance procedures are followed.
• Participate in the development of the treatment plans with the client, caregiver(s), referring agency, case manager, significant family member(s), and natural support.
• Work closely with the education team to ensure children are occupied while not involved in educational activities and ensure all activities in the program have objectives that are clear and aligned with acculturalization goals.
• Assure the safety of all participants in programs.
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting the youth in achieving identified goals.
• Develop timeline and calendar for each month for activities.
• Order program materials as needed.
• Complete all relevant training on a timely basis as required by state, contract, and/or licensing agency standards.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Provide monthly reports.

Benefits

• 33 Paid days off each year! (11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree