Youth Program Associate

Position Title:                                    YOUTH PROGRAM ASSOCIATE

Date Modified:                                 January 10, 2023

FLSA Classification:                         Non-Exempt

Reports to:                                         Manager of Youth Programs

Schedule:                                            40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; one late night shift

Position Purpose:                            Works with Youth Manager to coordinate Mercy Center’s programs for children and youth

Essential Functions:

• Assist Youth Programs Manager in coordinating the operation of all Youth Programs, including: After School, Summer Camp and Babysitting
• Provide direct services to children and youth participants, particularly in the After School program, including homework help, organizing art and recreational activities
• With Youth Programs Manager, oversee operation of robotics/STEM activities and their integration into After School and Summer Camp programs
• Create and lead a support group for middle school boys or girls, and potentially a science group 
• Coordinate logistics for weekly volunteer dance program
• Provide information to and meet with parents of youth participants
• Support the Youth Programs Manager in conducting assessment and evaluation activities
• Compile program data in Excel spreadsheets, including surveys and report card information

• Attend one Family Weekend in June (Friday to Sunday); plan, organize and lead activities for children
• Assist Youth Programs Manager in supervision of high school and college volunteers

• Participate in Mercy Center staff meetings and other organization-wide meetings and activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by Youth Programs Manager

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy Center
• Bachelor’s Degree in child development, education, recreation or related field and/or relevant experience working with children and youth

• Ability to lead and manage children in an After School setting
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred
• Computer literacy required, including skills in Microsoft Office and ability to navigate the internet
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and use initiative

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Generally works in standard office/classroom conditions and climate