Social Emotional Learning Youth Program Specialist

Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois•Elgin, IL

73d•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Youth Program Specialist will fulfill the responsibilities and deliverables outlined in the Elgin Township School-Based Mental Health Grant. The Specialist will work closely with the Director of Emotional Well-Being, Mental Health Program Manager, Site-based Operations team members, U-46 school district partners, Family Services Association, and the Elgin Township Mental Health Board.

Requirements

High School diploma or higher.
Experience working with kids or teens is preferred.
Prior management experience is preferred.
Prior grant experience is a plus.
Program and curriculum planning experience is preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Bilingual preferred

Nice To Haves

Exceptional skills in the areas of organization, attention to detail, time management, leadership, and ability to manage multiple tasks, define and set priorities and problem-solve.
Exhibit professionalism and integrity through superior written and verbal communication skills
Ability to take the initiative with projects to work independently and in a team.
A personal mission, vision, and values that align with Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois
Ability to train, supervise and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

Display and review daily schedules with staff and members
Provide clear instructions, set expectations, and encourage participation
Promote member engagement and regroup members as needed for activities
Ensure program areas are clean, organized, and safe
Take attendance for each program and organize records for entry into MyClubHub
Take photos of member participation at least weekly
Highlight member achievements in program areas and displays
Communicate professionally via walkie-talkie and during interactions
Support Youth Program Quality Assessment (YPQA) and other evaluation processes
Perform other duties as assigned
Conduct emotional check-ins for all youth
Support emotional regulation and de-escalation of activated youth as needed
Communicate evolving youth needs with Mental Health Program Manager
Complete Behavior Support Plans as appropriate
Lead and support activities across program areas (education, arts, sports, STEM, etc.)
Plan and facilitate weekly Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programming with all youth in alignment with curriculum standards
Monitor supplies and communicate needs to the Site Coordinator and Mental Health Program Manager
Review needs of students with operations staff and Mental Health Program Manager
Supervise and guide teen mentors to grow and evolve as leaders
Maintain on-site point-of-contact responsibilities for Family Service Association
Support Family Service Association weekly group sessions with classroom & behavior support