Out of School Program Assistant- Bethel Villas

Program Assistant

Department: Impact and Service Delivery

Reports to: Social Service Coordinator/Regional Associate Director

Job Summary:

The Program Assistant will assist the Social Service Coordinator on site in daily enrichment activities for youth ages 5-12 focusing on activities in the following areas: reading, social emotional skill building, physical activities, arts and crafts, and STEM.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

%CF; None.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

%CF; Collaborate with Social Service Coordinator to design activities to support youth development

%CF; Supervise academic, arts and crafts, social emotional, and physical activities for youth %CF; Prepare and gather activity supplies

%CF; Supervise youth on field trips which may include the community swimming pool and other outside areas of attraction

%CF; Clean and sanitize the space effectively before program, in between activities, and after %CF; Take daily attendance

%CF; Prepare breakfast, snack and lunch meals to distribute to the youth

%CF; Ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all youth

%CF; Perform other duties as requested

Required Skills/Abilities:

%CF; Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

%CF; Organized, reliable and flexible

%CF; Prior knowledge of affordable housing and area social service resources preferred %CF; Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Apps and other software programs %CF; Ability to work a flexible schedule Monday through Thursday

%CF; Ability to travel to area worksites

Education and Experience:

%CF; High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred. %CF; 3-5 years of experience in social services.

Physical Requirements:

%CF; Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

%CF; Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.