What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Late Night Staff position at City of Auburn?
CITY OF AUBURN TEEN CENTER
The Teen Center within our Parks & Recreation Department is seeking to add new and dynamic Teen Late Night staff. Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, this position is responsible for teaching, supervising, and facilitating the Late-Night at Teen Center facility. Primary work will be with youth, ages 11-18, during evening and late-night. This is a part-time position, working only the 3rd Friday of every month starting in October 2023. This program is slated to last the entire school calendar year.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
This position is responsible for safely facilitating enrichment programs for teens ages 11-18. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Plan, lead and assist staff and participants in skill development, game play and social interaction.
- Facilitate and lead group sessions, workshops, and recreational activities, providing guidance and instruction as necessary.
- Fostering a community that reflects the voice of young people
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during program hours, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines of the Auburn Community Center’s policies and procedures.
- De-escalate situations in a professional manner to ensure program safety.
- Maintaining the facility by organizing, and cleaning as needed.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Experience and/or formal education in the areas of education, youth development, recreation, or similar fields.
- Experience working with youth in a similar program or educational setting is preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of youth and create an inclusive and supportive environment.
- First Aid and CPR certification may be required (or willingness to obtain certification).
- Must have good communication and organizational skills.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application. You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.
If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.
Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences, and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.
The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.
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