Youth Enrichment Specialist

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Catholic Social Services - Anchorage, AK

Full-time - Entry Level

Anchorage, AK

Social Assistance

About the position

The Youth Enrichment Specialist (YES) at Catholic Social Services plays a crucial role in supporting the social and emotional development of youth experiencing homelessness. This position involves planning and facilitating activities that engage youth, helping them connect with community opportunities, and promoting healthy interactions. The YES works within a framework of various supportive programs to empower families and individuals towards permanent stability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of youth programs, workshops, and other activities designed to help build character, develop skills and involvement in their community.
• Provide direct service to youth and families using the HOPE, 2Gen, and Strengthening Families frameworks and in alignment with the family's support plan.
• Model healthy, positive interactions with youth and caregivers.
• Assist with individual goal planning and implementation for youth.
• Document services provided using the Data, Assessment, Plan model.
• Maintain program participant records of participation and progress in activities in accordance with agency standards.
• Assist with facilitation of youth and family groups and activities related to implementing Strengthening Families, HOPE, and 2Gen framework.
• Maintain knowledge of and professional relationships with community resource and service providers.
• Complete monthly statistics as requested.
• Organize recreational activities such as sports leagues, field trips, summer camps and other events.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Adapt to changing environments, think creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of the participating youth.
• Must be willing and able to transport clients in personal and company vehicle.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience working with children in a childcare, school, or similar environment.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on information available.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, weekend hours and holidays.
• Ability to safely transport clients in agency's vehicle if required.
• Ability to participate in indoor/outdoor events with clients.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of child development.
• Strategies for positive interactions with youth.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products.
• Goal and outcome oriented.
• Eagerness to learn and demonstrates a growth mindset.
• Uses critical thinking to make decisions and provide thoughtful input.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive hourly wage of $20.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and impactful environment.