Coordinator, Youth Programming

Access•Dearborn, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Youth Programming Coordinator develops and leads educational and recreational programs for youth. They drive ACCESS�s national youth engagement strategy, especially for CAAP, by creating and managing content to involve participants. The role supports positive youth development in a safe, inclusive setting and collaborates with community partners to ensure programming aligns with the organization�s mission and youth needs.

Requirements

Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of social work, youth organizing, philanthropy, fundraising, and program development
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Volunteer management
Grantmaking initiative protocols and procedures
Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes
Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Problem-solving and adaptability
Work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Professionalism and integrity
Bachelor�s Degree Required
Disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology, or related field ~or~ At least 4-5 years of experience in youth program planning and related community organizing and civic engagement, philanthropy, and cultural events.
Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources

Responsibilities

Collaborate with CAAP and ACCESS leadership to formulate strategies for engaging youth in CAAP programs and strengthening their ongoing connection with the organization
Oversee youth development programs, such as CAAP�s Teen Grantmaking Initiative, encourage alumni participation, and explore opportunities to expand TGI nationwide to include more chapters
Coordinate CAAP's extensive scholarship programs by developing engagement strategies for recipients and alumni, maintaining regular communication with scholarship review committees, leading review sessions, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of all presented materials.
Collaborate with ACCESS teams and its national institutions to design and implement engagement and mentorship strategies for youth participants and alumni.
Work with other youth program staff at ACCESS to coordinate youth engagement strategies and programming at major CAAP and ACCESS events and convenings
Plan, execute and lead events and relevant programming for participants and alumni from CAAP youth programming
Design engaging, safe activities for youth that encourage well-being and social interaction, and ensure legal compliance to reduce liability, and collect all necessary legal releases from participants, parents and guardians
Connect CAAP youth program participants and alumni to professional and leadership development opportunities�such as conferences, training, workshops, internships, and jobs�through community partnerships
Represent CAAP and ACCESS at relevant external events and conferences as assigned
Develop comprehensive reports or presentations for leadership, board members, or stakeholders regarding assigned youth programming initiatives
Support the planning and execution of other national programming and events
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned