Youth Care Worker- Summer Academy Temporary

We are seeking a Youth Care worker to assist instructors, monitor students in the halls and lunchrooms, and provide support during the six-week Summer Enrichment Academy. hosted by Upward Bound Math & Science.

An incumbent in this class typically receives supervision from a technical supervisor, and is responsible for the enforcement/implementation of rules and regulations affecting the care and security of youths/adolescents Class incumbents supervise assigned youths/adolescents by maintaining structure, discipline, safety, and providing support and guidance. Incumbents may supervise residents in maintaining living quarters, daycare centers, and/or recreational and educational activities. Incumbents interact with other staff to exchange pertinent information about assigned youths/adolescents. A significant aspect of the work involves establishing relationships and providing guidance to youths/adolescents.

An incumbent may perform any combination of the below-listed accountabilities:

1. Performs regular and random room, door, and grounds checks to ensure the security and well-being of youths/adolescents.
2. Oversees youths/adolescents; plans, coordinates, and facilitates activities of youths/adolescents by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
3. Guides youths/adolescents by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
4. Prepares and maintains records and reports to document pertinent information.
5. 5. Provides tutoring of and/or structural learning activities for youths/adolescents as necessary by assisting them with homework and/or special projects or activities.
6. Interacts with staff and/or parents.
7. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and general experience with childcare; or other equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of College and program policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of child and/or adolescent behavior and development.
• Knowledge of the supervision of youths/adolescents.
• Knowledge of individual and group counseling techniques applicable to youths/adolescents.
• Knowledge of the preparation and maintenance of records and reports.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perceive problems and identify needs of youths/adolescents and make recommendations orally and in writing.
• Ability to use sound judgment in crises.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop rapport with students/youths/adolescents and staff.

Salary: $15.00/Hour

Submit the following through this online portal:

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. First Letter of Reference

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Multi Media