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YOUTH AIDE

Job in Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington, 98225, USA
Listing for: Nooksack Indian Tribe
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-07
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Job Description & How to Apply Below

Youth Program Aide

The duties of this position will support youth program participants, engage in activities that are associated with the circle of wellness, improve cultural identity, promote youth leadership roles, improve academic achievement. This person must be able to transport students or be a bus monitor and must be physically able to monitor students one-on-one during long field trips.

Major tasks and responsibilities:

  • Assists with the enrichment and recreation program offering, including program planning, marketing, and customer service.
  • Assists with developing and managing activity plans, supplies and logistics.
  • Provide high-quality customer service via phone, email and in-person communication.
  • Assist with registration and confirmation processes for program registrants.
  • Assists with the overseeing of the implementation of programs, including staff preparation and follow-through.
  • Organize materials and represent the department at various special events and community activities.
  • Assist with supervision of student throughout the duration of the Youth Program.
  • Assist regular staff with advising, helping and tutoring student.
  • Participate in youth activities and programs, while displaying a professional, enthusiastic and courteous demeanor at all times.
  • Teach student to anticipate difficult situations and deal with them.
  • Create opportunities to provide student with positive attention.
  • Encourage program interaction.
  • Work with staff to ensure the success of the student.
  • Serve as role model for student.
  • Plan and follow directions of Program Manager.
  • Perform work in timely fashion.
  • Maintain positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
  • Must have excellent conflict resolution skills and be able to diplomatically handle confrontation.
  • Participate in daily staff meetings in planning and implementing activities.
  • Enforce rules to ensure safety at all times.
  • Perform related work appropriate to classification assigned.
  • Assist the bus driver during transportation to and from the program and on all field trips throughout the year, including safely picking up and discharging students under varying weather conditions at established bus stops, and reporting any incidents that may affect student safety.

    • Other duties:

    Because of the Tribe's commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.

    Preference:

    • Indian Preference Policy applies to this and all positions with the Nooksack Indian Tribe.

    Minimum qualifications:

    The following qualifications are required for the incumbent to have, in order to be considered for the position.

    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Have experience working with children/youth or in the role of a mentor for youth
    • Must be at least 20 years of age

    Required skills/knowledge/abilities position:

    • Must be able to present information to youth in a language they understand
    • Must be able to develop and present activities reports as needed.
    • Must have the ability to interact patiently with a diverse student population
    • Must have the ability to communicate clearly and tactfully with students and adults
    • Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.

    Required conditions of employment:

    • Must pass alcohol/drug test at time of hire and throughout employment.
    • Must pass criminal background check at time of hire and periodically thereafter.
    • Must have obtained Hepatitis B Immunization or must obtain within 120 days of employment
    • Subject to initial and periodic tuberculosis TB test/screen

    Required licenses or certifications:

    • Must have or obtain (within 3 months of…
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