JOB SUMMARY:
The Strong Fast Fit Youth Worker supports the implementation of youth development and fitness programming. The Strong Fast Fit Youth Worker will build relationships with participants and their families to support physical fitness, academic and social success. This position will exhibit leadership and participation in all activities and will be responsible for co-leading, implementing and providing direct service to program participants in grades K-8. The Strong Fast Fit Youth Worker will help to create a safe, respectful and welcoming environment for youth, family and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Implement programming:
- Provide educational, nutritional, fitness, recreational and youth development activities for participants.
· In collaboration with the Strong Fast Fit team, plan, implement and actively participate in programming and events.
· Supervise youth participants during program activities.
· Support office administration.
Collaborate with participant families, YWCA of Minneapolis staff, and other youth serving organizations:
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with YWCA staff members, families and other youth serving organizations.
- Share expertise with YWCA of Minneapolis and colleagues by participating in team meetings, attending trainings and sharing new learning.
Provide documentation of program activities:
· Provide input for monthly report summaries of activities and impact on participants.
Seek continuous professional development:
· Participate in learning experiences and professional development trainings that enhance programming efforts.
- Participate and attend in-service and training.
- Attend and participate in Strong Fast Fit staff meetings and events.
RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports to the Strong Fast Fit Program Coordinator who reports to the Program Director. Critical relationships include; Strong Fast Fit Lead Youth Counselor, Youth Counselors, parents, youth, and YWCA staff members.
4:00 - 7:00 pm Monday - Friday
$15.10 - 17.00
|