Youth Development Specialist

The Making a Change Group (MACG) is dedicated to empowering youth, strengthening families, and serving as a community connector in Chester, PA and its surrounding townships. We accomplish this mission by developing and implementing initiatives that increase access to resources for those we serve - supporting social, emotional, and economic change.

MACG is an exciting, progressive, and inclusive organization that supports community and professional involvement. We cultivate an atmosphere for team members to develop personally and professionally both within and outside their roles. We regularly plan events for our team members to have fun, decompress, and bond with each other.

Youth Development Specialist for Team MAC is a Part Time, non-exempt, position. This position reports to the Program Coordinator. We are also hiring a full-time Youth Development Specialist for the Connected Visions Program.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Support recruitment of program participants

· Serve as a mentor for youth in school-based and OST Team MAC programs, developing strong, nurturing relationships with young people and providing strong leadership and guidance

· Facilitate small and large group workshops focused on social-emotional skill development, using curriculum derived from 40 Developmental Assets

· Ensure that youth stay engaged in programming, providing weekly check-ins and follow up

· Support MACG events, as requested

· Collaborate with community partners for in-school youth programming

· Complete requested reports & timesheets in a timely manner

· Participate in regular supervision and team meetings

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

· 1 – 2 years of experience working with young people preferred

· Comfort in and commitment to working with youth (ages 8 and up)

· Culturally sensitive

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Demonstrable interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and engage with colleagues as well as outside constituents

· Self-motivated, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, multi-task, anticipate needs and exercise independent, sound judgment.

· Strong time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and video conferencing software required.

· PA Driver’s License and access to a vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage

· Successful completion of child abuse, FBI, and criminal clearances

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Youth Development: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person