POSITION: Youth Program AssistantREPORTS TO: Youth Program SupervisorSTATUS: Full-Time – Hourly – Non-ExemptOVERVIEW: The Program Assistant will provide appropriate case management and instruction for school-aged guests ranging from 5 to 17 years of age at the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. Under the Direct supervision of the Youth Program Supervisor, the Program Assistant will facilitate in the implementation of, life skills programs, tutoring/academic assistance, health and nutrition programs, and a variety of other services to homeless youth that are participants of the Homeless Youth and Families Program. The Program Assistant will also be responsible assisting the Youth Program Coordinator in maintaining case files of assigned youth enrolled in the program and any additional programmatic needs as the Youth Program Supervisor sees fit. The Program Assistant requires a high degree of ethics, commitment, compassion, and flexibility to effectively uphold the mission and values of the Youth Program and of the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida as a whole.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise youth during daily indoor/outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special eventsMaintain relationships with youth and families to encourage participationFacilitate both planned and spontaneous curriculum and program activitiesAssist students with homework, projects, test preparation, and other academic tasksServe or arrange appropriate snacks or meals as neededPromote positive interactions among children, youth, and adults in the program environmentEmpower students and parents to engage in the child's educationMaintain accurate youth files and case notesParticipate in program evaluation using tools such as rating scales, risk assessments, and surveysAttend planning meetings, case discussions, and group coordination sessionsAssist with active recruitment of youth into the programImplement activities in health, fitness, nutrition, tutoring, and life skillsMaintain a clean and tidy youth room dailyRepresent and uphold the agency's mission, policies, and proceduresAssist with other duties as assignedQualificationsAssociate's Degree required1 year of experience working with youth with behavioral issues or disabilities (ideal)1 year of experience with children and families experiencing homelessness (ideal)1–2 years of teaching, tutoring, or other relevant experience with school-aged youth1–2 years of case management experienceBilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to applyMust have current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to become certified)Must pass a Level 2 background screening upon hiringRequired SkillsAbility to motivate and encourage students to complete academic tasksProblem-solving and decision-making abilitiesActive listening to assess and understand student needsFlexibility and adaptability to changing responsibilitiesAbility to work under pressure and manage multiple studentsStrong organizational and multitasking skillsEffective written and verbal communicationComputer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and willingness to learn new programsAbility to complete and analyze documentation such as case notesAbility to build rapport with youth and familiesAbility to frequently stand, walk, reach with hands, and use hands to handle or liftMust occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 poundsRequires close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focusMust possess sufficient hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phoneWill work both indoors (office setting) and outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat and coldDisclaimerThis job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to essential job duties. All duties, responsibilities, and requirements are vital to the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.#J-18808-Ljbffr