Youth Force University Coordinator (AmeriCorps*VISTA) – Rainier Valley Boys and Girls Club of King County

YouthForce is an educational employment program at the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County dedicated to maximizing young people becoming engaged in the workplace to develop into positively contributing members of our community. YouthForce’s mission is to provide underserved teens with unique mentored internships, college and career preparation, and the teamwork, leadership, and life skills they need to realize their personal and professional goals. YouthForce’s vision is that all young people have the opportunity to apply their skills, talents, and interests in real world jobs that provide direction for today, plans for tomorrow, and support for a successful future.

Overall Responsibilities
The YouthForce University Coordinator will build capacity around YouthForce’s YouthForce University (YFU) program. YFU is composed of monthly, intensive sessions to prepare teens for post high school life. Resources available during YFU ensure that teens are on target to graduate high school ready with competitive college and scholarship applications, a strong resume, and knowledge on managing their own finances. The VISTA will work to enhance and develop YFU curriculum to further incorporate YouthForce’s five core competencies and Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s nationally recognized programs for post-high school achievement, career development, and financial literacy. The VISTA will also develop and implement tracking and evaluation mechanisms to improve YFU workshops and participant outcomes. Additionally, VISTA will identify and recruit further support through partnership and volunteer opportunities to strengthen current curriculum and to assist in the implementation and sustainability of future YFU curriculum.

Hours and Days Needed

The VISTA Member is expected to serve a flexible, 40 hour week. This includes Sound Youth VISTA Team meetings and trainings on Fridays twice a month. Hours will typically be Monday-Friday but the member is expected to be available to serve Saturday and/or Sunday if there is a weekend event. In the case of weekend events, the schedule will be adjusted accordingly.

Qualifications and Skills Required

YouthForce is seeking an individual who is assertive, flexible and pays close attention to detail. Additionally, the following experience, knowledge and/or abilities are preferred:

·                     Experience in customer relations

·                     Experience in leadership and/or enrichment programs, previous studies and/or work in education or a closely related field

·                     Previous experience working with youth and teens

·                     Interest in working in youth development field

·                     Understanding of how to engage teens in learning

·                     Ability to quickly build positive rapport with both adults and teens

·                     Experience in volunteer recruitment and management

·                     Ability to collaborate with partners

·                     Proven problem solving skills

·                     Self-starter who can see projects through and works well on a team

·                     Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities at a time

·                     Experience and knowledge of cultural awareness

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TO APPLY: Send email with cover letter and resume to sboggie@positiveplace.org. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. In the cover letter, address why you would be interested in an AmeriCorps VISTA position focused on educating youth. To apply for this position, all applicants must ALSO complete an AmeriCorps application. The AmeriCorps application includes an online form to be filled out by 2 references. It can be accessed online at the national "My AmeriCorps" site. You can find our listing by searching for “Sound Youth” here.

Before applying, please read additional information about serving as an AmeriCorps*VISTA member.

About Sound Youth VISTA

AmeriCorps*VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. AmeriCorps*VISTA members are stipended volunteers that serve for one year, full time at nonprofit or governmental organizations building capacity. Sound Youth VISTA recruits, places and supports VISTA members in nonprofit organizations working with underserved youth in the Seattle area. See our website for more information: www.soundyouth.org.

About the Organization

AmeriCorps*VISTA Benefits

·         A living stipend of $12,696/year (pre-tax)

·         A three day Pre-Service Orientation (PSO)

·         Loan forbearance or deferment for qualified student loans.

·         An education award of $5,500 or $1,500 (pre-tax) end-of-year cash stipend

·         Health coverage

·         A child care subsidy

·         10 personal days and 10 sick days

·         Some subsidized transportation for service-related travel

·         A relocation allowance for people moving >50 miles

·         1 year of non-competitive eligibility for Federal jobs

*Note: VISTA members CANNOT hold secondary jobs or make additional income during a VISTA service term.

Member Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications

·         Must be at least 18 years old

·         Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S.

·         A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, however some college combined with work experience may substitute for a degree

·         Significant experience with community service and/or non-profit organization work

·         Must be available to serve full-time for one year

If you have any questions about the position, Sound Youth, or AmeriCorps VISTA, please contact the Sound Youth Director by email at elord@thechurchcouncil.org.