Youth Programming Generalist

Access•Dearborn, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Youth Programming Generalist uses intermediate knowledge in youth development and community organizing to develop and implement engaging and empowering youth programming for assigned program area(s). The employee is responsible for curriculum development and execution, as well as recruiting and retaining active youth participants. Actively collaborates with other ACCESS programs and national institutions to support ACCESS youth strategy.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of social work and youth organizing
Best practices for youth-centered work
Skill in: Volunteer management
Public speaking
Curriculum development
Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
Ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes
Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Bachelors degree in Social Work, Education, Child Development, Psychology, Health and Human Services or related field
At least two years of experience developing and executing youth programming, working in the field of advocacy, community organizing or engagement, volunteer management, or education, or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Oversee assigned youth program(s), including curriculum development, participant recruitment, enrollment, engagement, and follow-up
Plan, execute and lead events and relevant programming for participants and alumni from ACCESS youth programming
Working with the ACCESS Youth Advisory Council, support the planning and execution of ACCESS and its national institutions integrated youth strategy
Intentionally connect participants and alumni of ACCESS youth programs to professional and leadership development opportunities including conferences, trainings, workshops, internships and job opportunities through community connections and partnerships
Keep program participants engaged with ACCESS throughout program duration and after program ends
May lead youth engagement strategies and programming at ACCESS events and convenings
May share best practices for developing and implementing youth programming with other ACCESS program areas as well as NNAAC member organizations
May be responsible for leading and/or supporting planning and execution of other national programs and events
May coordinate with HR and other internal and external teams to support volunteer management
Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned