Youth Empowerment & Training Coordinator (bilingual Eng-Span)

POSITION SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Coordination & Facilitation

• Coordinate logistics and delivery of training workshops and information sessions on relevant topics (college access/retention, technology careers, micro-enterprise, career opportunities, advocacy, etc.) 
• Oversee the development, implementation, and facilitation of a variety of youth-centered empowerment programs. Including Career Pathways, Youth@Work, Youth Internship Programs, Teen Tech Center Workshops, Skills and Career Training, etc. 
• Develop and oversee internships to support career exploration for Latinx youth.  
• Develop and oversee youth entrepreneurship cohorts to build skills in financial management, product development, design, and leadership. 
• Create events/workshops to engage broader Latinx youth. 
• Through the Career Pathways program, and in partnership with department staff, coordinate logistics to provide meaningful and paid internship opportunities for program participants. 
• Provide oversight and support for youth-centered events, such as the Latinx Youth Conference.
  • Develop, plan, promote, and recruit students, speakers, partners, funders for the Latinx Youth Conference.

Youth Mentorship & Support 

• Mentor and prepare youth for potential job opportunities, career exploration, and secondary education pursuit. Motivate youth for personal and professional growth by helping them reflect on their experiences. 
• Provide youth real-world experiences for navigating professional work culture and ethics through soft skills.
• Stay in constant communication with participants and their families, provide updates and check in with them to ensure a satisfying experience with the Youth Empowerment programs. 
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and promote various initiatives to uplift youth voices and stories.
• Develop and oversee internships and support the creation of youth empowerment initiatives.
• Oversee and chaperone out-of-state internship and work experience opportunities and programming (as needed and appropriate). 

Program Development, Recruitment, & Evaluation

• In collaboration with supervisor and Development team, research and identify new funding opportunities for youth programs.
• Collaborate with Communications & Marketing Team to publish blog posts and marketing content highlighting community impact and uplifting youth stories.
• Oversee outreach and recruitment efforts for youth programming, internship opportunities, and training workshops and sessions.
• Advocate for programming with third-party partners including educational institutions, community organizations, local business and corporations, and at community events.
• Create and use evaluation tools to incorporate continuous program improvement strategies into all planning and implementation efforts. 
• Monitor and track progress of program data and outcomes to meet agency and funder requirements.
• Prepare and submit written and oral reports on program progress and effectiveness as requested.

General Duties

• Attend annual out of state conferences and trainings with partner organizations. Participation is required due to responsibilities under the Career Pathways programming. 
• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, agency policies and other applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.
• Demonstrate appropriate workplace behaviors and conduct, setting an example for program participants.
• Identify and enforce the emotional/mental health support boundaries to reduce secondhand trauma and refer to internal resources as appropriate.
• Maintain open communication with supervisor, department, and organizational leadership and solicit feedback when necessary.
• Collaborate with other CLUES programs and departments to integrate programs and resources. 
• Understand, support, and promote CLUES’ mission, vision, operating values, goals, and agency services.
• Participate in assigned training and department activities as required.
• Engage and carry out other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• This position may supervise program volunteers and interns. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience & Key Abilities*

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with 2 years of experience with youth programming or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in higher education academic success, leadership, career development and/or youth development programs preferred. The ideal candidate is highly familiar with community resources available to Latino youth and their families. 
• Experience coordinating and delivering youth related group lessons, workshops, and activities preferred.
• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English required.
• Possesses a deep understanding of Latinx culture/values. The ideal candidate is rooted in the Latino community’s experience, culture, and traditions and can navigate mainstream systems and experience to make relevant cross-cultural connections. 
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse individuals in a service-oriented environment preferred.
• Strong community outreach and collaboration skills.
• Must be organized and have ability to work under pressure, have attention to detail, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience designing and developing program content preferred.

• Effective communication in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing, required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written materials, including reports, contracts, and proposals.  
• Ability to effectively present ideas and information in an organized and effective manner, including writing reports. 
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and respond appropriately to questions from clients, co-workers, management, and external parties.  

• Must have a reliable motor vehicle for independent transportation, valid driver’s license, proof of automotive insurance, and maintain a good driving record. Must submit to and pass annual recertification of compliance with CLUES Automobile and Transportation Policy and driving record check.

Computer Skills 

• Proficient working knowledge of email software, the Internet, databases, and common Windows-based programs, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.  
• Must be willing to attend training to advance technical skills and maintain appropriate skill levels to perform job duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Background check

• Must pass a criminal background check and driving record check. As a condition of continued employment, staff person may be required to submit to periodic re-verification of these background checks.

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