Youth Service Specialist
About The Position
The Youth Service Specialist supports the development, implementation, and coordination of programs and services designed to meet the social, educational, recreational, and emotional needs of youth and their families. The position works directly with young people to provide mentoring, life skills education, health and academic achievement support, leadership opportunities, and youth development that promotes well-being. The role is based across three designated locations: Rodarte Community Center, Anna Gimmestad, and Family FunPlex. It involves work at youth centers, recreation facilities, schools, parks, and field environments, with occasional local travel between sites. Regular evening and weekend work may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED), or a combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that enables successful performance of the essential job functions.
- One to two years of experience working with youth in programming or mentorship programs, or a combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that enables successful performance of the essential job functions.
- CPR/AED First Aid certification, or ability to complete it within 30 days.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work with a wide range of participants, including ages 5–15, and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
- Ability to work mornings and evenings.
- Knowledge of Colorado municipal business and organizational structures.
- Collaboration, interpersonal, oral, written, listening, organizational, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software and systems.
- Ability to manage competing tasks, adapt to changing priorities, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and sound professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team.
- Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external groups and navigate a complex political environment.
- Ability to be active outdoors for long periods and lift 30–50 pounds.
- Ability to travel occasionally within the county and work at the designated program sites.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, education, youth development, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Use Microsoft and Brightwheel technology platforms.
- Handle stressful situations.
- Ensure the safety of team members and guests at the facility.
- Supervise, guide, and assist participants during arts and crafts, recreational activities, and other activities.
- Assist Youth Service Specialist Leads in implementing programs.
- Carry out instructional plans using accepted teaching, coaching, and individual instruction methods.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately with participants, parents or guardians, and the public.
- Set up and take down equipment before and after programs, including cleaning and organizing it.
- Assist with organizing and administering special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This position is benefits eligible; details are available in the City of Greeley benefits guide.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
