ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
The Partnership for Ontario County is a local nonprofit that has supported the Finger Lakes since 1998. The Partnership offers programs and services to strengthen the community and address the needs of individuals and families. Programs include the Community Support Center, Epic Zone Youth Clubhouses in Geneva and Bloomfield, Ontario County Youth Court, County Community Liaison Team, Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, Suicide Prevention Coalition, Veterans Coalition, Leadership Ontario, and leads a monthly popup food pantry. Our team is composed of passionate and dedicated individuals working together to make a meaningful impact in our community.
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Youth Clubhouse programs include two drop-in youth centers in Geneva and Bloomfield which provides a safe space where all youth have opportunity for development, empowerment, and support. The Youth Specialist works directly with youth providing them with support. The program focuses on helping youth develop and strengthen 40 developmental assets as defined by the Search Institute. The clubhouses provide developmental activities, meals and stable social support for youth who attend.
ACTIVITIES AND FUNCTIONS:
This individual should
- Enjoy working with youth ages 12-17 to provide safe and engaging environment for youth to thrive
- Be comfortable mentoring youth, modeling great behaviors, and helping youth find their voice.
- Comfort creating and facilitating fun and meaningful learning activities.
- Be part of a positive, supportive team with shared goals
- Ability to travel among locations. This position will work at both the Geneva and Bloomfield sites afternoon/evenings.
- Schedule is per-diem 1-3 evenings per week with potential to work up to 5 days as needed to meet program needs from 2:30pm-7 pm. Flexibility is helpful. Occasional weekends may be required. Clubhouse hours of operation are subject to change based on youth needs, events, grant requirements and other factors.
Skills and Qualifications
- HS diploma or equivalent work experience
- Self-starter - Bring a high level of energy, enthusiasm, versatility, and flexibility.
- Previous experience working with youth ages 12-17 preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer skills are helpful including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and gmail.
- Helpful to be familiar with group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
- Ability to maintain organization.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy.
- Appreciation of cultural and linguistic diversity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of The Partnership for Ontario County.
The Partnership for Ontario County is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
