Youth Engagement Specialist; Dance

Liliʻuokalani Center (LC) Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT's signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community.

LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy.

Under direction from the ʻŌlino Pathways Team, the Youth Engagement Specialist will support activities and events across program sites, with an emphasis on programming and program development for Lili'uokalani Center (LC). This may include supporting pilot projects, assisting LC staff and partners in developing special events, workshops, and open houses, and providing generalized support to the ʻŌlino Pathways Team. The Specialist will work directly with youth involved in programming under the direction of the ʻŌlino Pathways Team and may also provide administrative support.

• Collaborate with the ʻŌlino Pathways Team to support activities and events across multiple disciplines, including, but not limited to, Hula, Contemporary Dance, Hip Hop, Aerial Dance, and others.
• Work directly with youth involved in programming, providing guidance and support under the ʻŌlino Pathways Team's direction.
• Assist the ʻŌlino Pathways Team with program planning and monitoring creative spaces such as the Dance Studio, adjacent lounge and studio spaces, storage and bathroom facilities.
• Assist with the opening, closing, and monitoring of facilities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Support pilot projects in collaboration with partner organizations, contributing to the successful implementation and evaluation of initiatives.
• Contribute to developing special events, workshops, and open houses to enhance engagement and participation.
• Assist with transportation as needed.
• Provide administrative support as needed, ensuring efficient coordination and documentation of program-related activities.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, particularly in the context of Lili'uokalani Center, ensuring that programs are culturally relevant.
• Assist in collecting relevant data and preparing reports, helping assess the impact and effectiveness of programs.

• Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results.
• Evening and weekend hours are required as needed.
• Others as needed and assigned.
• Assist with outreach efforts to engage the local community and encourage participation in arts programming.

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Capacity to perform frontline work in various settings (schools, public spaces, offices, distressed communities, etc.).
• Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth.
• Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth.

LT strongly believes in hiring individuals who reflect its community, including lived experiences, and striving for representative diversity among its staff.

• Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness.
• ‘Imi Naʻauao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner.
• Poʻokele: desire to perform in excellence.
• Wiwoʻole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset.
• Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools.
• Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Collaboration:
  
  Ability to interact effectively with youth,…