Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago
AmeriCorps Member Youth Development Specialist (Full-Time) (48100)
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
AmeriCorps Member Youth Development Specialist (Full-Time) (48100) at Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. This is a service position in which members will serve as Youth Development Specialists.
Position Details Members applying for a full-time term will need to complete 1700 hours. Upon completion of the service term, each member will earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $7,395.00. A Living Allowance totaling $23,000.00 will be provided and paid bi-weekly. This position will also receive health insurance.
Hours and Schedule Normal service hours are Monday through Friday between 1:00pm-9:00pm during afterschool program and from 9:00am-5:00pm during the summer. Hours occasionally may differ due to non-school attendance days for CPS students, and for any club site or BGCC special events.
Roles and Responsibilities
Assist program staff in facilitation of Project Learn Programs which include but are not limited to: Power Hour, Triple Play (Daily Challenges and Social Recreation), Healthy Habits, STEAM/STEM, I Am A Reader, etc.
Ensure all clubs participate in required AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Days of Service. Club placement members will take the lead in organizing and facilitating all service activities with support from program staff and club leadership. Required service projects include: Veterans Week, MLK Jr. Day, and National AmeriCorps Week.
Attend the annual AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Service Summit event (TBA).
Collect sign-in sheets for assigned daily/weekly programs.
Must complete First Aid/CPR Training when offered.
Provide guidance and role modeling to club youth.
Help maintain order and discipline of club members.
Participate in all required BGCC professional development trainings to expand knowledge and skills.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Working knowledge of youth development; experience with Boys & Girls Clubs preferred
Computer competency with working knowledge of computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and the general public
Self-starter with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, prioritization, time management and follow-through
Environmental Condition
Must pass criminal background check which includes Livescan fingerprints
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Position Details Members applying for a full-time term will need to complete 1700 hours. Upon completion of the service term, each member will earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $7,395.00. A Living Allowance totaling $23,000.00 will be provided and paid bi-weekly. This position will also receive health insurance.
Hours and Schedule Normal service hours are Monday through Friday between 1:00pm-9:00pm during afterschool program and from 9:00am-5:00pm during the summer. Hours occasionally may differ due to non-school attendance days for CPS students, and for any club site or BGCC special events.
Roles and Responsibilities
Assist program staff in facilitation of Project Learn Programs which include but are not limited to: Power Hour, Triple Play (Daily Challenges and Social Recreation), Healthy Habits, STEAM/STEM, I Am A Reader, etc.
Ensure all clubs participate in required AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Days of Service. Club placement members will take the lead in organizing and facilitating all service activities with support from program staff and club leadership. Required service projects include: Veterans Week, MLK Jr. Day, and National AmeriCorps Week.
Attend the annual AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Service Summit event (TBA).
Collect sign-in sheets for assigned daily/weekly programs.
Must complete First Aid/CPR Training when offered.
Provide guidance and role modeling to club youth.
Help maintain order and discipline of club members.
Participate in all required BGCC professional development trainings to expand knowledge and skills.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Working knowledge of youth development; experience with Boys & Girls Clubs preferred
Computer competency with working knowledge of computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and the general public
Self-starter with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, prioritization, time management and follow-through
Environmental Condition
Must pass criminal background check which includes Livescan fingerprints
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