Youth Leadership Academy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

As a Leadership Academy Youth Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering the growth and development of young individuals within the community. You will be responsible for building strong, positive relationships with youth participants, serving as a role model, providing guidance, and facilitating various educational and skill-building activities. By helping youth develop leadership skills, self-confidence, and a sense of purpose, you will contribute to their success in both the short and long term.

• Mentorship: Build and maintain strong mentor-mentee relationships with youth participants in the Leadership Academy.
• Personal Development: Assist mentees in setting personal and academic goals, and provide guidance on how to achieve them.
• Leadership Skills: Design and deliver workshops, activities, and discussions that focus on leadership development, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
• Role Modeling: Demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, and a positive attitude as a role model for mentees.
• Emotional Support: Provide a safe and supportive environment for youth to express themselves, discuss challenges, and develop emotional intelligence.
• Program Coordination: Collaborate with the program coordinator to plan and execute various Leadership Academy events, seminars, and outings.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess mentees' progress towards their goals and provide constructive feedback to help them grow.
• Community Engagement: Engage parents, families, and community members in supporting the youth's development and fostering a sense of community involvement.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of mentorship activities, session notes, and participant progress.

Qualifications:

• 1 Year of experience or 60 units of college coursework in education, child development, or related field preferred
• 60 college credit hours
  
• Previous experience working with youth in mentoring, teaching, or counseling roles.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and communicate effectively with young individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Passion for youth development, leadership, and empowerment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Empathetic, patient, and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to create and facilitate engaging workshops and activities.
• Proficiency in using technology for communication and documentation.
• Understanding of the challenges faced by youth in underserved communities.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and references to [email address or application portal] by September 8, 2023. Please include "Leadership Academy Youth Assistant Application" in the subject line. At Northside Youth And Senior Service Center, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.