Youth Community Ambassador

Marillac St.Vincent Family Services Inc • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Programming designed to strengthen local youth opportunity ecosystems by ensuring that young people have engaging, safe, and youth-driven out-of-school time opportunities. The paid component for youth ages 16-24 supports work readiness and social development through positive mentorship and leadership training.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in youth programs, recreation, SEL, mentoring, or after-school activities.
• Experience in program planning, group facilitation, and youth engagement is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and positive behavior management strategies.
• Ability to design and lead interactive, educational, and engaging activities.
• Exhibit strong leadership abilities.
• Ability to relate to diverse population.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with youth and families.
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Possess the ability to fulfill and any all activities normally expected in a classroom setting, to include, but not limited to active participation in group activities.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-30 pounds.
• The applicant must submit to a criminal background check and adult abuse and neglect screening and maintain a cleared status throughout employment.
• The applicant must submit MMR, Tdap and pass a TB and immunization health screen upon hire and update TB/physicals as required by the licensing standards.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Youth Development, Education, Recreation, Social Work, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a leader and advocate in your community, promoting safety, youth voice, and agency.
• Assisting with the planning and execution of community events and youth-driven "Kickback" gatherings.
• Participating in mentorship, work readiness workshops, and leadership training.
• Participating in specific program focuses, such as energy conservation (ComEd ambassadors) or civic awareness.
• Representing the city, hosting dialogues, and presenting at conferences or media events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree