Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington · 5 hours ago
Youth Program Assistant
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $26/hr
2+ years expEvergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a nonprofit organization that helps individuals get jobs through training and education. The Youth Program Assistant will support the Youth Program Manager in planning and implementing activities for youth aged 15-21, focusing on career preparation and soft skills development.
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Responsibilities
This position will provide administrative support to the Youth Program Manager and Youth Program Specialist
Ensure program calendar and schedules remain current and organized
Send professional correspondence and communication on behalf of the program
Support administrative functions and assist with day-to-day operations and office tasks
Perform manual and electronic filing, manage student information, and maintain updated data and records
Support program staff in all recruiting-related events, communications, and tasks
Oversee the classroom environment to support youth and classroom goals
Assist the instructor in providing a quality classroom experience by encouraging and supporting youth participants
Assist the instructor in developing lesson plans aligned with the youth’s goals
Drive youth to field trips and provide off-site supervision
Assist in organizing and supervising field trips, coordinating all meals for the program, and preparing classroom supplies and materials
Attend required meetings and training sessions, and develop and deliver presentations
Collaborate with students, staff, and managers to purposefully work to implement student-centered DEI initiatives
Responsible for supporting, advancing, and contributing to a DEI framework
Upholds safe work practices in support of a safety culture through awareness and observation; assists in safety training of employees; reports any potential hazards or accidents
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, Social Science, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education
Lived-experience and international experience considered in lieu of more traditional, US achieved credentials
Experience working with multi-cultural youth who are experiencing multiple barriers to success
Minimum two years teaching/training experience
Minimum two years working with high school students, in coordinating partnerships with schools, data collection and reporting, and youth academic program development, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be flexible and have the ability to work in an environment with very diverse group of people
Must be committed to creating and sustaining a learning environment in which students feel safe, supported and encouraged; foster an environment that is inclusive, culturally rich, and bias free
Proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Able to safely lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs., grasp, handle, finger and manipulate items; perform repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists and arms, standing for long periods of time
Able to communicate with others effectively, verbally and in writing; including those who have limited English skills, large and small groups, and individuals
Strong listening skills
Growth mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Presentation skills
Time management
Data skills
Accuracy
Preferred
Experience with remote instruction
Multilingual skills
Success in simplifying and communicating complex ideas and tasks
Experience teaching/training students who may not have any formal education
Proficient knowledge of Google Workspace
Benefits
A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training
Company
Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington
Evergreen Goodwill is a non-profit organization founded in 1923. We currently operate in five counties.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Rice
Community Partnerships Manager
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