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Small Seeds is currently hiring for the following positions:
Position: Youth Coach
Status: Part-time
At Small Seeds, our mission is to support, strengthen, and sustain families in order to build strong and safe communities. The Youth Facilitator will provide facilitation and coaching through one of our two programs; Mother to Son Program and Teen Discovery. This position will provide social and educational support for youth participants with the goal of yielding positive changes in character, academic achievement, lifestyle, behavior and attitudes.
Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, implement, and advocate for quality and developmentally appropriate workshops, trainings, resources, activities, services, and special events for children, adolescents and teens
Collaborate with parents, schools, and other community agencies and organizations to provide ongoing mentoring and coaching support for the youth in the program
Evaluate and monitor all youth on a regular basis to ensure programs respond to at-risk behaviors
Provide one-on-one engagement and group coaching to support underdeveloped skills (ie: Academic, Social and Emotional Skills)
Maintain clear and continuous communication with youth and their mothers/guardians.
Maintain all records, curriculum materials, and intake information, client and group records
Be able to effectively work independently as well as in group settings, as well as in an office as well as in the field
Conduct home, school, and community visits with participating youth (using personal vehicle – program related mileage is reimbursed)
Complete all required paperwork on a timely basis and meet necessary reporting deadlines.
Evaluate the progress of all program participants (utilizing SMART Goals, Progress Notes and Reviews) and make the necessary adjustments to ensure positive program outcomes for all participants
Facilitate and attend activities and events in the school and community with program participants in order to build school and community engagement (ability to work some evenings and/or weekends required)
Complete 70% of your work out in the community and 30% of your work in the office
Work independently and as a team player within all programs and across the organization
Attend all staff meetings and required trainings.
Complete all other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s (preferred) or Associate’s (required) degree in social services, education or a related field
2-3 years of experience working with elementary, middle, high school and out-of-school-age youth, particularly youth in urban or underserved communities
Knowledge of the child welfare/juvenile justice systems and community resources/networks
Excellent written/oral communication, organization, listening, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Google Forms and Docs, Allegheny County KIDS, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Valid driver's license, good driving record, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance
Ability to work a non-traditional schedule with some evening and weekend hours required
CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
Act 33 & 34 and FBI Clearances (job contingent upon the submission of all three)
Compensation and Benefits: $15.00/hour. Small Seeds does not offer benefits for part-time staff. Small Seeds does provide reimbursement for approved expenses related to program costs.
Position: Driver - Youth & Family Programming
Status: Part-Time
At Small Seeds, our mission is to support, strengthen, and sustain families in order to build strong and safe communities. As a driver for Small Seeds, you will be an integral part of our team - helping to get families to and from our programming utilizing the organization van.
Responsibilities:
Pick up and drop off participants at their homes and transport participant to program activities utilizing organization vans
Load and unload materials, goods, and equipment between various destinations as assigned
Prepare, receive, and provide appropriate documentation for the delivery or pick-up of passengers or goods to ensure timely and accurate transportation
Report all vehicle maintenance in a timely fashion
Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to all participants
Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of children on a daily basis
Establish a relationship with each child and know his or her present level of understanding; consider the needs of all the children and treat each child with respect and dignity.
Remain up to date on and follow emergency procedures and organization policies
Complete all other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements:
Must be licensed to operate a vehicle and have a clean driving record and proof of insurance
Must demonstrate the following personal attributes: honesty, trustworthiness, respect, and flexibility
Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including nights and weekends
Act 33 & 34 and FBI Clearances – employment contingent upon obtaining all three clearances
Qualifications:
Knowledge of the child welfare/juvenile justice systems and community resources/networks
Experience working with elementary, middle, high school and out-of-school-age youth, particularly youth in urban or underserved communities
Prior professional driving experience with references
CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
Compensation and Benefits: $10.00-12.00/hour. Small Seeds does not offer benefits for part-time staff. Small Seeds does provide reimbursement for approved business related expenses.