Youth Activities Worker (Seasonal)

Poarch Band of Creek Indians • Atmore, AL

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About The Position

The Youth Activities Worker provides supervision and leadership for children in after-school and/or summer programs. This role supports program goals by ensuring a safe, engaging, and structured environment. Additional duties may be assigned to meet program and departmental needs.

This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required or must be a currently enrolled high school student or be enrolled in a GED program.
• Must have six (6) months of full-time employment experience working with young children.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must be eighteen (18) years old or older.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism
• Builds trust with youth, families, and community
• Team-oriented, motivated, and reliable
• Able to meet physical demands of the role (including lifting up to 50 lbs)
• Takes accountability and completes tasks effectively
• Communicates clearly and follows policies

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of all participants
• Supervise and engage youth in daily activities (indoor/outdoor)
• Maintain a positive, structured environment using behavior management strategies
• Build strong relationships with youth, families, and staff
• Assist with planning activities and maintaining records
• Monitor for safety concerns and report issues as needed
• Follow program policies and communicate concerns to supervisors

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.
• INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION: In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian
• In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian
• In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED