Youth Program Apprentice

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Workforce Development Coordinator, the Youth Program Apprentice position will participate in up to 360 hour internship. The Youth Program Apprentice who will be 18-24 will be placed in a learning and supportive role within departments in the Kenaitze Indian Tribe or with external partner organizations and will be actively working towards college, career, or technical education goals. Placements offer an educational experience, opportunities to build on job skills, career readiness, and gain exposure to the operational processes at placement site. The Youth Program Apprentice will work hours that accommodate their placement needs and help meet their personal goal. In addition, they will attend workshops and learning opportunities through the workforce development program that augment their educational and employment goals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Must be aged 18 and older
Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy , or obtain within 90 days of hire, or, with approval of the hiring manager, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a driver's license to perform the required duties of the position (If Applicable)
Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
Basic customer service skills, ability to follow directions and maintain appropriate time management
Good oral and written communication
This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Responsibilities

Be a current Workforce Development program participant
Work with Workforce Development Coordinators to ensure job readiness
Personal, academic and educational goal setting with active participation and follow through
Active participation in program and apprenticeship placements
Support placement department staff in day to day programmatic activities and fulfill duties as assigned
Maintain working relationship with on-site/placement supervisor
Meet all expectations of on-site placement
Attend weekly supervisory check-ins with the Worforce Development Coordinator
Work as a positive team member within the Workforce Development Program and all other participating departments
Model appropriate behavior and positively represent the Tribe and its programs
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance