Teen Outreach Coordinator

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Description

The Teen Outreach Coordinator position is ideal for individuals who recognize and celebrate the unique energy, creativity, and diverse perspectives of today's modern teens. The ideal candidate is approachable, innovative, and patient and possesses a natural talent and aptitude for working with young people (age 10-18). A healthy sense of humor and positive attitude is always a welcome addition the organization.

The Teen Outreach Coordinator positions is a full time year round position that works with students in our YSTRIVE (suspend and expulsion program with the Manchester School District), Teen Center (out of school programming for youth 5th through 10th grade at our YMCA Downtown Manchester) and Power Scholars (6 week long summer academic and enrichment program for K thru 10th in Greater Manchester).

On a regular day the Teen Outreach Coordinator will ensure appropriate staffing, respond to student and parent inquiries, cultivate partnerships with local social service organizations and schools, and ensure the center is supplied with equipment and is a well-maintained and safe space. To be successful in this role, you have strong decision-making skills are able to judge appropriately in response to questions and behaviors exhibited by teens. You understand Leadership and have experience working with youth or teens in structured programming that promotes life skills.

Objectives

• Plan and teach life skills curriculum
• Provide support, tutoring, and homework help
• Organize and maintain classroom environment
• Create and sustain a positive relationship with school, partners onsite and offsite by communicating with teachers and administrators
• Track and submit student attendance and progress
• Build relationship with families and members in the students' community to effectively serve students
• Plan and create new and innovative teen programs that meet the needs of the community in keeping with YYOUTH Matters priority objectives and strategic plan.
• Manage administrative data entry, coordination of participant paperwork and management of teen participant portfolios.
• Promote character development, asset building, and life skill competencies

Expectations

Experience

Previous experience with youth development is also required. Commitment to working with the middle school age group and at-risk youth is critical. Capacity to function independently in a classroom setting and build strong relationships with the various school personnel is essential.

Additional qualifications include :

This is a full-time position with an extensive benefit package that includes :

44,000-46,000 full time salary

Shifts are Mon - Fri 9a - 5p, with 1-2 weekends per year for weekend community events

Salary Description

$44 - $46k / year