The following at-will job posting will remain open until filled.

YOUTH SERVICES STAFF

BLOCK YOUTH AND TEEN CENTER

Part-Time

Pay Rate: $15.91 per hour

SHIFT AVAILABILITY:

Monday through Friday

2:00PM - 7:00PM

Occasional evenings and weekends

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JOB DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position is responsible for leading and supervising activities at the B.L.O.C.K. Youth and Teen Center for teen participants and at-risk populations.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed.)

• Responsible for operating Township vehicles and the safe transportation of program participants to assigned locations.
• Present a professional image, in person and by telephone.
• Responsible for detection and reporting of property and equipment defects.
• Ensure safety rules, policies, regulations, and procedures are followed by the public and employees.
• Responsible for the enforcement of departmental rules and regulations, operating procedures and policies.
• Assist in the planning, supervision, and coordination of teen programs, participants, and activities as assigned.
• Assist in the coordination of set up, tear down and clean up of programs and events.
• Assist with the responsibility of responding to, communicating and documenting emergency situations and incidents, including but not limited to First Aid, CPR, Severe Weather, and Missing Child Events.
• Responsible for facility and equipment appearance and cleanliness.
• Assume lead worker responsibilities for events and activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Minimum age of 18 years old.

Must possess a current, valid Driver's License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns, which include, but are not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.

Ability to operate a 12-passenger van equipped with a wheelchair lift, with the ability to tow a trailer behind the van as necessary.

Must be able to possess Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Certification within one year of employment; opportunity for in-service training and certification will be provided by employer.

Must be able to possess a valid Michigan Chauffeur License within 14 days of hire.

Must be able to perform and possess Basic First Aid and CPR (Adult & Infant) Certifications within 60 days of employment; opportunity for certification will be provided by the employer.

A minimum of six months experience working with youth and at-risk populations is required; one year of experience or more is preferred.

Ability to respond to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.

Must be educated in Diabetic Care and Monitoring within one year of employment; opportunity for in-service training and certification will be provided by the employer.

Ability to clearly communicate procedures, problems, and policies with fellow employees and the public tactfully and courteously.

Skill in organizing self and others