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Local Youth Experience invites resumes from qualified individuals for the Program Coordinator Position
Closing Date: When filledJob Summary
Program Coordinators at Local Youth Experience plan and implement engaging programming for youth (ages 11-17).
Responsibilities and Duties
This particular position will lead our Come Together program (Thursday nights) where, first, youth cook and eat dinner together - family style and then participate in fun, self esteem building activities. The Big Event (Friday nights) is designed to give participants the chance to blow off steam and laugh until their cheeks hurt :) Creativity is a must!
Applicants should have interest in working with the young people in Devon, Alberta. They must be energetic, open-minded and positive. We're looking for someone that the youth in our small town can rely on and look up to.
The position starts at $15/hour and would require 2 evenings per week (Thursday and Friday) working with the youth. Planning and prep hours are flexible and can be worked on remotely if desired. Approx 8 - 10 total hours per week.
Requirements:
Closing Date: When filledJob Summary
Program Coordinators at Local Youth Experience plan and implement engaging programming for youth (ages 11-17).
Responsibilities and Duties
This particular position will lead our Come Together program (Thursday nights) where, first, youth cook and eat dinner together - family style and then participate in fun, self esteem building activities. The Big Event (Friday nights) is designed to give participants the chance to blow off steam and laugh until their cheeks hurt :) Creativity is a must!
Applicants should have interest in working with the young people in Devon, Alberta. They must be energetic, open-minded and positive. We're looking for someone that the youth in our small town can rely on and look up to.
The position starts at $15/hour and would require 2 evenings per week (Thursday and Friday) working with the youth. Planning and prep hours are flexible and can be worked on remotely if desired. Approx 8 - 10 total hours per week.
Requirements:
- Minimum one year of experience in youth work
- Related post-secondary schooling in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education or Recreation is an asset
- First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Complete a screening process including Criminal Record Check
Support Person (Volunteer Position)
Local Youth Experience invites applications from qualified individuals for the Support Person position
Local Youth Experience’s mission is to encourage youth to build connections with their peers, their role models, and their community by involving them in programming that engages their passions and embraces their individuality.
Successful applicants must be flexible, adaptable, and innovative. The right candidate for the Support Person position will be self-motivated, dynamic, have the ability to work both independently and with a team and have strong communication skills. They must respect and value young people.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Supervise and interact with youth in a positive and supportive manner to ensure a safe environment for youth.
· Work closely with youth, developing relationships and provide positive encouragement and direction.
Qualifications:
· Minimum 2 years in post secondary education in a youth related field and/or minimum 2 years experience working with youth
· Must successfully complete Society’s screening process including Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Check
Hours: This is a part time position with flexible hours that can work with your personal scheduling.
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Name: Katie Connor – Program Manager
E-mail: localyouthexperience@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/localyouthexperience
www.localyouthexperience.com
Local Youth Experience’s mission is to encourage youth to build connections with their peers, their role models, and their community by involving them in programming that engages their passions and embraces their individuality.
Successful applicants must be flexible, adaptable, and innovative. The right candidate for the Support Person position will be self-motivated, dynamic, have the ability to work both independently and with a team and have strong communication skills. They must respect and value young people.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Supervise and interact with youth in a positive and supportive manner to ensure a safe environment for youth.
· Work closely with youth, developing relationships and provide positive encouragement and direction.
Qualifications:
· Minimum 2 years in post secondary education in a youth related field and/or minimum 2 years experience working with youth
· Must successfully complete Society’s screening process including Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Check
Hours: This is a part time position with flexible hours that can work with your personal scheduling.
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Name: Katie Connor – Program Manager
E-mail: localyouthexperience@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/localyouthexperience
www.localyouthexperience.com