YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
About The Position
The Youth Development Coordinator coordinates programming and customer service for participants, maintains health and safety standards, and works to improve and increase participation in the YWCA Central Massachusetts Youth Development programs. The role supports the Girls Choice Program during the school year and oversees the YWCA component of the summer Youth Connect program. It also includes year-round Family Fun Fridays programming. The position is full-time at 35 hours per week and follows the public-school calendar from September through June, with a full-time schedule and evening hours during the summer. Girls Choice programming runs until 6:00 p.m. two days per week, with occasional Saturdays as needed. During July and August, the employee must be available Monday through Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The role is not remote. The coordinator supervises part-time seasonal summer staff for Youth Connect.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Ability to adjust working hours based on scheduled programs.
- Availability to work weekdays from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. during July and August.
- Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
- Commitment to quality customer service.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended intervals.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of Youth Worker Training Institute within one year.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
- Associate degree and/or youth development experience.
- Experience working with diverse populations, including youth, their families, and communities of color.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the Girls Choice Program from September through June.
- Create and maintain participant engagement data, including intake information, pre- and post-surveys, and ongoing data collection.
- Engage with parents and guardians to support participant success.
- Serve as a liaison with Worcester Public Schools, working with guidance counselors, school adjustment counselors, and other school personnel as appropriate.
- Travel to program sites and purchase supplies as needed.
- Plan and implement Youth Development programming, including direct program service.
- Oversee the YWCA component of the summer Youth Connect program.
- Maintain accurate participant records using ETO and other methods, including attendance, demographics, and outcomes.
- Recruit youth for Summer Youth Connect as needed.
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate year-round Family Fun Fridays, including developing family-centered activities, coordinating logistics, collaborating with community partners and volunteers, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.
- Hire, train, supervise, and schedule part-time seasonal summer staff for Youth Connect.
Benefits
- Mileage is paid for travel to program sites.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
