Youth Development - Intern

YMCA of Lincoln•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Development Internships with the YMCA of Lincoln, NE are great opportunities for education and social work students or anyone working towards a career with youth. Students have the opportunity to gain paid working experience and knowledge in the following areas: Planning, curriculum, programs, activities and clubs. Interacting and supervising youth and providing role modeling and mentoring through participation in activities and positive discussions. Managing behavioral incidents or concerns and devising behavior management plans. Communicating with parents/guardians to discuss achievements and concerns. Working and networking with other Y professionals, school administrators, teachers, para-educators and community partners. Through this opportunity, not only will interns discover the joys of helping kids learn, stay physically active and build positive self-esteem and self-worth, they will also enjoy: A fun and engaging work environment where friendships are made Opportunities to develop confidence in the classroom Flexible hours working around school schedules Free YMCA membership at all Lincoln Y locations for qualified staff Opportunity to build their resume - Future employers respect the Y HOURS Variety of flexible schedules available.

Requirements

Education and social work students or anyone working towards a career with youth

Responsibilities

Planning, curriculum, programs, activities and clubs
Interacting and supervising youth and providing role modeling and mentoring through participation in activities and positive discussions
Managing behavioral incidents or concerns and devising behavior management plans
Communicating with parents/guardians to discuss achievements and concerns
Working and networking with other Y professionals, school administrators, teachers, para-educators and community partners