Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or closely related field; two years experience in providing program coordination for youth; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Considerable knowledge of youth service program design and development; desire to motivate and participate in youth activities in a variety of settings Knowledge of social group behavior in community center that includes a senior center and teen center Ability to relate to diverse population groups. Ability to use personal computer and standard office software. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work 2nd shift position Ability to perform work consistent with the town’s goals of establishing and maintaining quality community services through cost-effective, customer-friendly service delivery. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, division coordinators, department director, other town departments/schools, businesses, other human services agencies and the general public. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possess a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. |
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