Youth Development Leader; Douglas

Youth Development Leader

Zach Gordon Youth Services is looking for a Youth Development Leader to work directly with Juneau youth, providing on-site programming at either Geneva Woods or Cedar Park.

We are looking for someone who is dedicated to Juneau's youth and families. Someone who is interested in program development that is creative, fun, and place based. We are looking for someone who is excited to support and connect with families by hosting a monthly family night and communicating with families about upcoming activities and events. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, organized, and has a sense of humor about things.

We are looking for someone who values relationships and is skilled in building in nurturing them.

The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace 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 workplace. We have fun and are also dedicated and committed to being in service to our community.

Work will coincide with the Juneau School District calendar. Work shifts will typically be;
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM and occasionally on Wednesday from 1:30 PM - 5:30PM

You will be helping us run grant funded after school program! The position is responsible for creating an overall safe and engaging space for youth.

In this position you will be working directly with youth, providing on-site programming at either Geneva Woods or Cedar Park up to 20 hours per week. This will include monthly family nights, field trips, and ongoing support of youth.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent;
Substitute:
Two (2) courses from an accredited college in a human related field may substitute for experience AND any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field. First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment; A valid driver's license at time of appointment is preferred but not required.

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.