Teen & Young Adult Support Specialist - Hudson Guild : Job Details

**Teen & Young Adult Support Specialist**

Youth Development & Education New York, New York Department **Youth Development & Education** Minimum Experience **Entry-level** Compensation **$25 an hour** Under the supervision of the Director of Teens & Young Adults, the Teen & Young Adult Support Specialist is responsible for supporting program participants 14 to 24 years of age; with developing and facilitating a variety of recreational activities. They must be creative, energetic, efficient and inspired to service a unique population of Teens and Young Adults. They will provide assistance/support to a variety of projects and assignments. Must be flexible and open minded. This is a PART TIME position working evening hours with occasional weekends. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's Degree, at least 2 years of experience working with youth and teens. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least 2 years of experience supervising Teens and Young Adults. Google Suite, Word, PowerPoint, experience a recreational activities, Bi-lingual Spanish. *Our mission is to create and sustain a strong, effective community that acknowledges and responds to the potential, achievements and interdependence of its diverse members. Rooted in and primarily focused on the Chelsea neighborhood, we seek to empower all individuals and families to achieve their highest potential, while maintaining a priority on those in economic need.*

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Assist in planning, developing, promoting, implementing and coordinating recreational, educational and vocational programming for Teens and Young Adults

* Conduct group activities, including but not limited to; sports recreation, field trips, leisure activities, arts and crafts, social clubs, focus groups and additional on-site/off-site activities as assigned

* Evaluate the effectiveness of activity programs by monitoring attendance and performing satisfaction surveys

* Prepare and operate equipment for group activities and special events; ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are available upon request

* Maintain program attendance records, participant enrollment list, inventory list, equipment list

* Assess, monitor, document and continually evaluate participant needs and progress

* Assist in preparing monthly reports and participant enrollment packets

* Manage participant data and filing system

* Oversee outreach, recruitment and registration

* Monitor and manage new database software activities

* Obtain written consent for registration forms

* Collaborate with the Director of Evaluations and Outcomes- attend trainings; provide updates and on-going support

* Redirect negative and inappropriate behaviors within established guidelines

Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location New York, New York Department Youth Development & Education Minimum Experience Entry-level Compensation $25 an hour