Youth Coordinator

Transitions works to end poverty and homelessness for women and children in Spokane.

Transitions is hiring a full time (40 hrs./week) Youth Coordinator at our Transitional Living Center (TLC). In keeping with Transitions’ mission and core values, the
Youth Coordinator will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a
comprehensive after-school and summer program for school-age children residing at TLC. This is a new role that requires creativity, initiative, and leadership to build the program from the ground up.

Work with other TLC staff to design and implement after-school and summer
programs for school-aged children at TLC.
Oversee and facilitate the day-to-day operations of the program, including
scheduling, programming, activities, and reporting.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.
Develop age-appropriate activities and programming that provide academic
support, enrichment, and recreation.
Coordinate with schools, volunteers, and community partners to enhance
program offerings. Support and/or supervise volunteers and student interns as needed.
Maintain a safe, supportive, engaging, and inclusive environment for youth and
their families.
Model healthy behaviors and interpersonal communication skills to the youth
and their families. Use best practice professional crisis intervention skills in
addressing any emergency.
Clearly communicate program expectations related to rules and appropriate
behavior to youth and families in a supportive, non-shaming manner. Set limits constructively and use good judgment when discussing or granting exceptions
to youth program rules.

This position is open to all qualified Transitions employees and outside applicants. If you require assistance/accommodation or have questions, feel free to email: [email protected].

The position is open until filled.

We realize our job description requirements may not reflect your real-life experiences. We encourage anyone to apply for any position that they are passionate about and hope to give you the opportunity to tell us your story. Transitions is dedicated to building a workforce that is a true reflection of our community and committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

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