Youth Counselor at Tampa Housing Authority

Tampa, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

17.04

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oral Communication, Active Listening, Computer Skills, Program Implementation, Planning, Organization, Problem Solving, Empathy, Cultural Competency, People Skills, Attention To Detail, Judgment

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Title: Youth Counselor Department: Program & Property Services Grade: 111 Reports To: Youth and Sports Assistant Manager Program Manager FLSA: NE Job Overview: Recruit youth to participate in Agency programs aimed at reducing juvenile crime and delinquency. Assist with implementing THA sponsored events and activities assisting youth with developing academic excellence, communication skills, life lessons, and athletic abilities. Responsibilities and Essential Duties: * Outreach youth and families with flyers, posters, social media to market programs and activities for out of school time, summer programs, and field trips * Implement program services and athletic programs for youth * Organize and carry out the plans and schedules for seasonal programs, activities and games * Maintain proper documentation and reports on youth in Tracking At-a-Glance (TAAG) * Interact with parents, teachers, schools, and other agencies in support of successful outcomes for the youth * Enforce safety procedures for program services, activities and games * Secure necessary equipment and materials * Assist youth with completing homework assignments * Provide youth with career guidance resources for on- the- job training, apprenticeships, internships, vocational, college, or military services * Perform related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Education level High School graduation or GED equivalent. Experience One year of experience in social work, community outreach, sports leadership, or working with youth in a group setting. Specific skills * Excellent oral communication skills. * Active listening skills * Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Facebook, Twitter, etc. * Knowledge of academic, social, and recreational youth programs * Skilled in creating, planning, and implementing youth engagement activities Personal characteristics * Empathy, Innovative, Cultural Competency * Great people skills and the ability to be personable and professional * Excellent attention to detail, organization, and the ability to prioritize effectively * A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to effectively problem solve. * Ability to use sound judgment in resolving issues Physical abilities * Direct interaction with youth * Responsible for the safety and security of youth during activities Certifications Requires Level II Background Clearance. Licenses Valid Florida Driver’s License Insurable under the agency’s insurance policy This job description should not be interpreted to be all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job classification. All incumbents may not perform all of the job duties listed; some incumbents may perform some duties which are not listed; and incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.

Responsibilities

The Youth Counselor is responsible for recruiting youth for agency programs aimed at reducing juvenile crime and delinquency, and assisting in implementing sponsored events and activities. This includes helping youth develop academic excellence, communication skills, life lessons, and athletic abilities.