Activity Specialist organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Activity Specialist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Activity Specialist performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
JOB TITLE: Youth & Activity Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Programs
REPORT TO: Program Manager- Site Based Match Support
LOCATION: Seattle
PAY RANGE: $25.00/hour DOE Generous benefits including, 4 weeks of accrued vacation leave along with accrued sick days and 2 personal days per year, 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability for employees, 401(k) with employer match, LinkedIn Learning Professional Development and EAP
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Full-time
LAST REVIEWED: February 2024
Our Values: Trusted and Transparent | Respect and Dignity | Relationship Building | Inclusivity and Belonging (JEDI) | Rise to Meet Youth
Our Mission: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound (BBBSPS) creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Each employee in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound helps to extend the mission of the agency in particular ways as outlined in the position description. The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
JOB SUMMARY:
At BBBSPS, our team strives to sponsor and promote innovative partnerships between youth, volunteers and the community. The Youth & Activity Specialist is responsible for developing and leading engaging activities and events to groups of student youth and their adult mentors. They support the creation and updating of curriculum to engage matches in topics including career readiness, the intersections of STEAM and SEL, a path for the future. The Youth & Activity Specialist supports the Youth Mentees and Mentors and the goals of the Site Based program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Requirements
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The environmental conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and required skills. Job Description may be subject to change to meet the needs of the organization. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound, we are unwavering in our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion (JEDI) and these principles are integral to our values and mission. We firmly believe that every person should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, and we are committed to upholding JEDI principles in all aspects of our organization. We are dedicated to taking concrete actions to uphold these values both internally and externally, with a particular focus on empowering BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), LGBTQIA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual, plus) individuals and other traditionally marginalized communities. Through these actions, both internally and externally, we create a transformative environment where every person can thrive, be heard, and truly belong.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties & responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.