Y Achievers - Advisor

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South•Memphis, TN

12d

About The Position

Y ACHIEVERS - ADVISOR PURPOSE OF POSITION: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general supervision of the Y Achievers Coordinator, the part-time Y Achievers Advisor will assist in implementing the Y Achievers program at area high schools and middle schools. Provides direct leadership, supervision, instruction and motivation for volunteers and participants in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes safety and engagement.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
HS Diploma; two years of college preferred.
Minimum of two years of experience working with teens and youth.
Well-organized and able to handle shifting priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Interest in adolescent development and significant evidence of emotional maturity, good moral character, judgment, integrity, and leadership capability.
Learn, follow and enforce local Y and national guidelines related to internal/external policies.

Nice To Haves

Current First Aid/AED/CPR Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Facilitates program activities to meet the program outcomes as outlined in the grant.
Facilitate lessons from a curriculum that develops social and life skills through positive role modeling and learning activities.
Create an environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive and encourages participation from the students.
Recruit participants for the program from school sites.
Provide growth and development opportunities for each participant through goal setting at the beginning of the program and reflection at the end of the programming period.
Administer the pre/post surveys to students in the program.
Provide opportunities for open communication with parents about their student in the program
Report all program changes and equipment needs to Y Achievers Coordinator.
Attend scheduled staff meetings.
Participate in planning and implementation of special events such as Career Clusters and College visits as needed.
Other duties as assigned.