Youth Engagement Specialist (Dance)

Liliuokalani Trust • Honolulu, HI

56d

About The Position

Lili’uokalani Center (LC): Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT's signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy. Job Purpose Under direction from the 'Olino Pathways Team, the Youth Engagement Specialist will support activities and events across program sites, with an emphasis on programming and program development for Lili'uokalani Center (LC). This may include supporting pilot projects, assisting LC staff and partners in developing special events, workshops, and open houses, and providing generalized support to the 'Olino Pathways Team. The Specialist will work directly with youth involved in programming under the direction of the Olino Pathways Team and may also provide administrative support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Capacity to perform frontline work in various settings (schools, public spaces, offices, distressed communities, etc.)
• Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth
• Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness.
• ‘Imi Na’auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner.
• Po’okele: desire to perform in excellence.
• Wiwo’ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset.
• Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools
• Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability
• Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values.
• Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills.
• Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work.
• Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the 'Olino Pathways Team to support activities and events across multiple disciplines, including, but not limited to, Hula, Contemporary Dance, Hip Hop, Aerial Dance, and others.
• Work directly with youth involved in programming, providing guidance and support under the Olino Pathways Team's direction.
• Assist the 'Olino Pathways Team with program planning and monitoring creative spaces such as the Dance Studio, adjacent lounge and studio spaces, storage and bathroom facilities.
• Assist with the opening, closing, and monitoring of facilities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Support pilot projects in collaboration with partner organizations, contributing to the successful implementation and evaluation of initiatives.
• Contribute to developing special events, workshops, and open houses to enhance engagement and participation.
• Assist with transportation as needed.
• Provide administrative support as needed, ensuring efficient coordination and documentation of program-related activities.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, particularly in the context of Lili'uokalani Center, ensuring that programs are culturally relevant.
• Assist in collecting relevant data and preparing reports, helping assess the impact and effectiveness of programs.
• Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results.
• Evening and weekend hours are required as needed.
• Others as needed and assigned
• Assist with outreach efforts to engage the local community and encourage participation in arts programming.

Benefits

• Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth
• LT strongly believes in hiring individuals who reflect its community, including lived experiences, and striving for representative diversity among its staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees