Children and Youth Services Associate II

Seattle's Union Gospel Mission•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Children and Youth Services Associate II assists with developing and implementing programs for children, youth, and their families at all Women & Children’s Ministries (WCM) program sites. The programs aim to help children and youth become spiritually sound, academically strong, and socially skilled. The position supports children and youth in enhanced and recovery shelters, coordinates activities and childcare support, communicates with WCM guests and staff, supports volunteers, and maintains program records. The role also participates in organizational meetings, training, and initiatives and carries out other duties as assigned. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with some potential for flexibility. The target starting pay is $23.69 per hour. The position requires a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and conduct consistent with the Mission’s faith, values, policies, and expectations. The role involves frequent standing, walking, balancing, twisting, climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, overhead work, and reaching. Work frequently takes place for extended periods in indoor and outdoor settings with varying temperatures. The employee occasionally sits and keyboards, and may lift up to 50 pounds and carry tools and equipment on stairways and between floors. Specific vision abilities include close, color, and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employment is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and passing a four-panel drug screen.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required; a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of two years of experience working with children or youth.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office technology.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License and ability to meet the Mission’s driver criteria, including a clean driving record, holding a license for at least one year, no current suspensions or revocations, and being at least 21 years of age.
Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Him.
Demonstrate behavior aligned with the Mission’s Statement of Faith, Standard of Conduct, policies, and expectations.
Pass a pre-employment criminal background check and a four-panel drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Experience with trauma-informed care for children or youth.

Responsibilities

Assist the manager in developing programs and curriculum that support the spiritual, educational, and social needs of children and youth in enhanced and recovery shelters.
Implement programs including weekly Bible clubs, ongoing discipleship, educational support, and activities during school breaks.
Assist with planning and coordinating monthly family activities.
Coordinate the childcare team for special events, including Hope Place graduations.
Establish and maintain excellent communication and relationships with WCM guests and staff.
Support volunteers assigned to the program.
Maintain appropriate records and documentation.
Ensure site programs and activities operate consistently with the Mission’s mission statement, corporate goals, and core values.
Participate in organizational meetings, training, and initiatives as required.
Perform other duties assigned to support the Mission’s success.
Faithfully uphold the Mission and team in prayer and participate in team devotions as schedule permits.
Represent Jesus Christ to Mission teams, volunteers, guests, and homeless neighbors.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Basic life plan, 100% company paid.
Voluntary life, AD&D, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance products.
EAP and 24/7 virtual mental health support, 100% company paid.
Four weeks of accrued paid vacation.
Accrued paid sick time.
Ten paid holidays plus one floating holiday.
Personal Day and Birthday holiday.
Retirement benefits with company match.
Continuing Education Reimbursement Program.