Share Email Opening Title Girls Inc. Summer Youth Counselor (FT/Temp)  About the Organization YWCA Minneapolis is a nonprofit organization founded in 1891 as a member of YWCA USA, the oldest and largest multicultural organization in the world. The mission of YWCA Minneapolis is eliminating racism, empowering women and girls, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Our vision is to be the most trusted and effective change agent in the journey to eliminate racism and sexism in our community. We are a trusted social justice organization with a 130+ year history of advocacy for women and children. More than 30,000 people in our community are served every year by YWCA Minneapolis, through award-winning programs, classes, and workshops. YWCA Minneapolis strives every day for: • Race and gender equity • Economic independence for women • Respect for diverse cultures • Children and youth who thrive • A community that is vibrant and healthy   Category Community Relations   Description Are you looking for a way to support girls in the community? Get involved by joining our Girls Inc. Summer Camp Program at the YWCA Minneapolis   JOB SUMMARY: The Summer Youth Counselor position provides direct service to participants with a focus on inspiring youth to make positive decisions for themselves and their futures. This full-time, temporary position provides direct service to participants entering grades 8-9 in the Girls Inc. Eureka! program. Girls Inc. Eureka! is a five-year cohort-based program that provides girls with comprehensive STEM opportunities and personal development in pro-girl spaces. This person will focus on personal development programming for youth during the summer camp portion of Eureka!, in partnership with the University of Minnesota. Work locations include YWCA Midtown, University of Minnesota, and community site partners in the metro area. Dates/Hours: June 13-July 29, 2022 Camp hours (June 27 through July 22, 2022) Monday - Thursday > 8:00-5:00pm Fridays > 8:00-3:00pm Non-camp hours (June 13-24 and July 25-29) Monday - Friday > 9:00am-5:00pm Hours subject to change slightly based on need   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Implement girls-only programming Plan, prepare, and facilitate/co-facilitate age appropriate and culturally sensitive educational activities utilizing Girls Inc. and Girls & Youth curriculum Create and maintain a safe learning environment that is student-centered, mission-focused, and accessible to a diverse student body Support communication with participants and families, and organize and support retention efforts to maintain participants Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with University of Minnesota personnel and other youth serving agencies Refer youth to other appropriate community resources as needed and as necessary Exude confidence and excitement around STEM topics and a willingness to support girls to see their potential in STEM Administration Collect registration forms, participant demographic information, and track program attendance Deliver and obtain program evaluation information from participants for program quality assurance and reporting purposes Maintain the online data management system with a commitment to accuracy and regularity Assist with writing summaries of activities and impact of direct service on participants Seek continuous professional development Attend and participate in departmental and program team meetings Participate in educational activities and trainings to improve achievement of program goals   RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Girls Inc.® Program Manager, who reports to the Girls Inc. Program Director.  The incumbent will interact with Girls and Youth staff, University of Minnesota contacts, youth participants, and parents. Critical relationships will include University of Minnesota contacts and participants.   Position Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Required: High School diploma or equivalent and 18 years of age or older. One year+ of experience planning and facilitating effective, structured groups Strong oral, written, and presentation skills Ability to facilitate and teach comprehensive groups Ability to carry out duties independently, as well as in a team setting Ability to work with a variety of cultures, backgrounds and perspectives Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Possess current CPR and First Aid certification, or successfully obtain within 90 days of hire Strong belief in YWCA and ability to convey its importance Preferred: Minimum of two years college or equivalent, and one year of experience working with youth from low-income and inner city families Bilingual skills in Spanish, Somali, or Hmong Experience in youth programming related to math, science, financial literacy, leadership development, pregnancy prevention, and/or positive decision making Previous experience working within a day-camp setting   WORKING CONDITIONS: The ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds Must provide own transportation and be able to travel to various YWCA Minneapolis locations, University of Minnesota, and community sites   COMPENSATION:  The pay range for this position is  $15-$16.75 per hour (depending on qualifications)   ADDITIONAL NOTES: This job description represents the major functions but not intended to be all-inclusive. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background/reference check.  A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. YWCA Minneapolis requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly COVID-19 testing as a condition of employment.   EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT: YWCA Minneapolis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Salary Range from $15-$16.75 per hour   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Location Midtown YWCA Minneapolis   EOE Statement YWCA Minneapolis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.   HoursPerWk None Specified  This position is currently not accepting applications. 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