Part-time Youth Programs Coordinator at CENTRO TYRONE GUZMAN

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Sexual Health Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Technology Skills, Record Keeping, Collaboration, Behavior Guidance, Family Engagement, Community Resources, LGBTQ+ Awareness, Latine Culture Understanding, Holistic Health Support

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Position Title: Part-time Youth Programs Coordinator Reports to: Raices Program Manager Salary: $24/hr Starting Date: Open until filled Organizational Profile Centro Tyrone Guzman is committed to contributing to the well-being of Latine families through a holistic and intergenerationalapproachtoeducation,health,andwellness. Itisamulti-servicenon-profitorganizationserving low-income Latine families in Minnesota. Our Youth Department Administrator program works toward eliminating opportunity gaps – giving Latine families the support and experiences they need to thrive. Centro Tyrone Guzman’s Youth Programs include Raices and Be@School. Position Summary Raices works with Latine youth in grades 6–12 through a broad range of holistic in-school and out-of-school programs emphasizing academic support, personal and cultural identity, health and wellness, and leadership development. The program’s goal is to promote healthy behaviors, strengthen families and support Latine youth to achieve a successful future. The Youth Development Coordinator is responsible for implementing activities in Raices. This position is directly supervised by the Youth Department Administrator and will work in collaboration with the Intergenerational Programs Manager, other departments and partners. All activities will be provided in a culturally and linguistically responsive environment to support the holistic health and independent living of Latine families. Job Responsibilities Logistic coordination and implementation of activities and processes assigned by the Youth Program Administrator. Facilitate or co-facilitate group sessions with youth and/or families at Centro Tyrone Guzman and/or partner schools. Provide positive behavior guidance for program participants. Maintain positive communication, collaborative and respectful relationships with coworkers/parents/guardians/community. Keep accurate, up-to-date records of participants including attendance and evaluation surveys among others. Foster collaboration with local schools, universities, and community organizations. Make appropriate internal/external referrals for program participants/families. Maintain private and confidential data in accordance with state and federal laws. Maintain a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive social environment. Maintain a clean, safe environment (building, playground, vans, etc.) Assist in facilitating family projects and events. Assist the Administrator in preparing reports for funders and stakeholders. Provide transportation for youth participants as needed. Participate in professional development activities as assigned. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Program Responsibilities Support the families you serve to engage more meaningfully with the MPS School Board by building awareness of board roles, decision-making processes, and opportunities for public participation. Equip families with the information and tools needed to understand their school and program options and support them in making informed decisions that reflect their children’s needs and aspirations. Engage with the Minnesota Literacy Coalition (MLC) and support both staff and families in understanding literacy legislation and advocacy efforts, including the Science of Reading and its impact on instruction. Support staff and families in exploring the concept of Innovation Zones as a potential systems solution by building understanding and gathering community feedback on their opportunities and implications. Distribute GMS K–12 Family Resources to the communities you serve, and help measure their effectiveness in improving family engagement, access to support, and student outcomes. Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are a must. Strong time management skills. Experience in sexual health education is preferred. The Part-time Youth Programs Coordinator should commit to Centro Tyrone Guzman’s mission, vision, and program goals and be able to work with children, families, program goals, families and other staff members. A qualified Part-time Youth Programs Coordinator will possess experience working with Latine families; knowledge, an in-depth understanding of, and appreciation for the Latine culture, local Latine community and the ability to relate well, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with Latines of diverse ancestry, family, and socioeconomic status. A positive and open attitude towards children is a requirement. The Part-time Youth Programs Coordinator should demonstrate an in-depth understanding/experience working with LGBTQ+ Latine community. Demonstrated understanding of Latine immigrant issues, including, but not limited to generational and cultural differences between youth and parents, barriers to educational opportunities, social determinants of health, the impact of undocumented status in the areas of employment/housing/social services, trauma, domestic and community violence. Commitment to working with Latine communities in a culturally supportive environment and a sincere desire to have a meaningful positive effect on their lives. Knowledgeable about local community resources and how to use them for the benefit of families. Excellent oral and written communication skills, and public speaking skills in both Spanish and English. Advanced technology skills in common software applications (e.g., MS Office). Be able to gather updated information to make power point presentations for educational purposes. Be able to work evenings and nights during the academic year and weekends for special events. Provide transportation to participants as needed. Position is subject to a background check and requires a valid Minnesota driver’s license and a good driving record. Other information Location: Minneapolis, MN Hours/Week: This is a part-time, non exempt position. 20 hours per week Schedule will vary and could include evenings and occasional weekends Benefits include: Health insurance, dental, life insurance, paid sick days/vacation time, holidays, and 401 (k) plan. Centro Tyrone Guzman is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, sexual preference, or public assistance status. To learn more about Centro Tyrone Guzman, please visit us at www.centromn.org.

Responsibilities

The Youth Programs Coordinator is responsible for implementing activities in the Raices program, facilitating group sessions, and maintaining positive relationships with participants and their families. They will also assist in preparing reports and provide transportation for youth participants as needed.