YAB Advisor - Youth Empowerment
Job Purpose or Objective(s): The YAB Advisor is responsible for developing, facilitating, and overseeing educational and cultural leadership programs for Choctaw Nation youth. This role serves as a key point of contact for youth engagement, coordinates community-based service opportunities, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to promote personal growth, civic responsibility, and cultural awareness.
Full Time | Start Rate: $25.69/hour | Schedule will vary
This position is based out of Durant, but will require some travel to Bennington and Tushka, OK.
Primary Tasks:
1. Serve as a mentor and role model for youth, promoting servant leadership and life skills through structured program delivery.
2. Coordinate and lead engaging activities that reinforce core values, teamwork, cultural identity, communication, and community service.
3. Advocate for youth and connect them to support services when challenges arise, including referrals to internal or external resources.
4. Screen and organize volunteer and educational opportunities to ensure safety, impact, and relevance for participating youth.
5. Facilitate monthly student-led meetings using Robert’s Rules of Order and guide the development of community action projects.
6. Collaborate with schools, coalitions, service organizations, and Choctaw Nation departments to plan and execute meaningful service initiatives.
7. Maintain accurate records of service hours, participation, and initiative outcomes, and submit timely reports as required.
8. Coordinate outreach efforts with schools and CNO programs to recruit new participants and expand program visibility.
9. Assist with event logistics, planning, and execution, ensuring alignment with program goals and budget guidelines.
10. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements:
· Associate’s degree in education, behavioral sciences, or related field or;
· An equivalent combination of education and experience
· Experience leading group activities, coordinating service events, or mentoring youth
· Strong collaboration and communication skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
· Two (2) years of directly related experience
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
Benefits
Free gym membership
Free access to employee health clinic
Free lunch for casino & resort associates
Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
Pet insurance
Paid vacation / sick time
Medical / Dental / Vision
401(K) with company match
College tuition reimbursement
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
Employee assistance program
Employee prescription program
CNO Paid Life Insurance
Teladoc
On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
On Site Mammogram Services
Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
Maternity Care Program
(Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates.
1. Serve as a mentor and role model for youth, promoting servant leadership and life skills through structured program delivery.
2. Coordinate and lead engaging activities that reinforce core values, teamwork, cultural identity, communication, and community service.
3. Advocate for youth and connect them to support services when challenges arise, including referrals to internal or external resources.
4. Screen and organize volunteer and educational opportunities to ensure safety, impact, and relevance for participating youth.
5. Facilitate monthly student-led meetings using Robert’s Rules of Order and guide the development of community action projects.
6. Collaborate with schools, coalitions, service organizations, and Choctaw Nation departments to plan and execute meaningful service initiatives.
7. Maintain accurate records of service hours, participation, and initiative outcomes, and submit timely reports as required.
8. Coordinate outreach efforts with schools and CNO programs to recruit new participants and expand program visibility.
9. Assist with event logistics, planning, and execution, ensuring alignment with program goals and budget guidelines.
10. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
· Associate’s degree in education, behavioral sciences, or related field or;
· An equivalent combination of education and experience
· Experience leading group activities, coordinating service events, or mentoring youth
· Strong collaboration and communication skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
· Two (2) years of directly related experience