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BestSelf Behavioral Health · 1 day ago

Youth Development Specialist for Building Brighter Futures

Buffalo, NY

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16/hr - $16/hr

BestSelf Behavioral Health is focused on building brighter futures for youth, and they are seeking a Youth Development Specialist. The role involves providing and monitoring programming designed to develop students' knowledge and skills through engaging activities and lessons during after-school hours.

CommunitiesHealth CareHome Health CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Plan, implement and assist in high-quality recreational activities for participants for an average of 10-15 hours a week during the program year

Develop and deliver lesson plans for enrichment blocks

Provide a fun, safe, comfortable atmosphere which fosters respect, responsibility, caring, honesty and the opportunity to make positive choices

Assist with daily program tasks and responsibilities, help plan, organize and participate in enrichment activities

Request appropriate supplies, equipment and general needs for activities and events from the Site Coordinator

Work collaboratively with Site Coordinator and School Day staff to address the needs of students and their families

Meet all administrative requirements to ensure compliance with state regulations and evaluation requirements

Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve

Qualification

Teaching experiencePublic speakingCPRFirst aidOrganizational skillsTechnology proficiencyCreative writingLife skillsGoal-settingWork independently

Required

Must have teaching or instructional experience with children or youth

Technology, calligraphy, sign language, musical instrument(s), drawing, painting, singing, acting, creative writing, sewing, gardening, budgeting, repurposing, coding, website making, life skills, origami, storytelling, public speaking, performing arts, CPR or first aid, self-defense, athletics, knot-tying, astronomy and constellations, mapping, dance, goal-setting, organizational skills, etc

Enrichment leaders must have knowledge of academic goals and program objectives

Must be goal directed & organized

Ability to work independently in addition to working with others

Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, academic and administrative staff and community agencies