- Salary
- $26+/hr
- Location
- Juneau, AK
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the well-being of Juneau’s youth, thrives in a busy and sometimes chaotic youth center environment and is non-judgmental and welcoming to all. We are looking for someone who has a sense of humor, is creative and willing to come up with ideas for activities that youth will enjoy, and works well with other team members.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The ZGYC team is a fun group! The work place is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our work place. We have fun and also we are dedicated and committed to being in services to our community.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position will work in the Zach Gordon Youth Center, located at 396 Whittier Street.
The shifts will be worked Tuesday through Thursday 1:00pm – 9:00pm, and Friday and Saturday 2:00pm – 10:00pm.
You will be supervising part-time staff and volunteers.
You will be working with partners to provide an array of activities and events, and you will be cooking and counseling and having lots of fun!
You will be building and maintaining relationships with teens and youth in high school, middle school, and elementary school.
You will be working with a team that is committed to Juneau’s youth and creating a more equitable community.
You will be doing some paperwork and data entry, and you will be making sure the youth center is safe for all.
You will answer the phone and facilitate rentals of the facility from time to time.
You will keep the staff schedule up to date and manage staff schedules and rework the schedule to fill staffing shortages.
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.
Experience working with youth and/or families impacted by trauma or coordinating patient referral or care services is preferred.
Licenses or certifications:
Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.
NOTE: Under Alaska Statute 12.62.160 (9) Appointments to this position are offered conditionally, pending the results of a criminal records report (Non-FBI). Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
For Shelter Positions:
Under Alaska Statute 12.62.400 (9) Appointments to this position is offered conditionally, pending the results of a National Criminal History report through the FBI. Applicants must submit their fingerprints to continue in the hiring approval process. The applicant will receive a copy of the report of findings and may dispute within 5 days of receiving them. Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Max Blust
Phone Number: 907-586-2635
Email: [email protected]