Youth Development Specialist

The Youth Development Specialist (YDS) will help to inspire and empower girls to discover their strengths and build leadership skills. This part-time (20-25 hours per week) role is responsible for facilitating daily after-school programs for girls in grades K-12. The YDS provides leadership in assigned geographic areas by planning and implementing grant-funded programs aligned with Girl Scouts of North East Ohio council goals and grant requirements. When after-school programs are not in session, the YDS supports additional program delivery and administrative duties, including summer camp sessions. This position is accountable for providing quality program experiences designed to introduce and supplement troop and group activities, which will extend and maintain girl membership in Girl Scouts of North East Ohio.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Plan and deliver Girl Scout Leadership Experience programs at assigned sites and communities

• Facilitate a minimum of five (5) leadership programs per week per semester (excluding summer programs)

• Track and report attendance and program outcomes in alignment with grant requirements and deadlines

• Support communication with program sites and prepare materials for program delivery

• Assist with program curriculum development for afterschool and out of school programs

• Support the launch and implementation of the Girl Scout Cookie Program

• Maintain program supply inventory and assist with ordering program and uniform materials

• Build and maintain relationships with mentors and volunteers to support and strengthen delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience

• Assist with summer camp program at GSNEO camp properties

• Provide additional program and administrative support during after-school breaks

• Collaborate with the Funded Initiatives Manager and Site Coordinators to ensure grant and program requirements are met

• Promote and incorporate diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in all aspects of council work

• Complete weekly time log and monthly expense reports using Paylocity financial management software

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of GSNEO’s mission and goals

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree or some college experience preferred in: education professions, social work, organizational leadership, youth development or a combination of work-related experience of 2-4 years
• Computer literacy and technical knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite. Including applications: Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word.
• Strong human relations skills such as leadership, networking, and relationship building
• Classroom management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to pay close attention to detail and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary
• Ability to report to assigned locations/sites on time and to meet deadlines
• Commitment to inclusiveness
• Knowledge of the Girl Scout program preferred