Project Facilitator, Youth Employment Programs (52067)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision of the Project Developer, the Project Facilitator of Youth Employment Programs will provide project-based learning workshops to participants of the Summer Youth Employment Program. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Attend Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and RiseBoro facilitated Project-Based curricula training sessions to become proficient in the assigned project
• Responsible for the facilitation of assigned project-based learning experiences to two cohorts of SYEP participants daily
• Compile and maintain project portfolios
• Supervise, interact and engage the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) participants at all times
• Track and record daily attendance
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings with Program Director, Project Director, and Educational Coordinator
• Coordinate and complete the presentation of a culminating program project
• Complete other related assignments and tasks as specified by the Project Developer

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated direct service experience with youth or demonstrated teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience facilitating project-based activities or leading after-school program activities is preferred
• Ability to effectively multi-task, follow up processes, problem-solve, and use independent judgment to produce quality work
• Ability to effectively lead and inspire a classroom of teenagers
• Ability to maintain detailed records, complete necessary paperwork and meet prescribed deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive relationships
• A self-starter with a positive enthusiastic attitude and the ability to engage, connect, and exude commitment and passion for the work required
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values
• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism/bias; ability to understand their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required OR;
• College course credits with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required OR;
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required; professional teaching experience preferred