Job Description

Job Location Sarahs Hope Shelter - Baltimore, MD 21217 Position Type Part Time Salary Range $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 3pm-7pm

Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing activities for youth residing at Sarah’s Hope. Assure that necessary client supervision is provided and attends to client crises appropriately.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Facilitate daily activities for youth residents of Sarah’s Hope.
• Supervise youth during program hours to ensure safety of young people at all times and ensure adherence to the rules and principles of Sarah’s Hope.
• Work with other Youth Workers to plan and implement after school and weekend enrichment activities for youth.
• Facilitate and supervise daily snack time for youth.
• Provide direction to volunteers assisting with youth activities.
• Advise/inform Children’s Coordinator regarding trends, needs and problems associated with youth. Propose program activities and advise and inform the Children’s Coordinator on youth program plans prior to implementation.
• Attend regular supervision/planning meetings with the Children’s Coordinator.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Attend and fully participates in all staff meetings as required.
• Assist with and attend special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary.
• Uphold the vision, mission, and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
• Create an atmosphere of care and respect for clients.
• Other duties as assigned, within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School education or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with youth, particularly at-risk populations.
• Ability to relate in a courteous, comfortable, non-judgmental manner with persons from all ethnic, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds.
• Understanding and respect for confidentiality.
• Desire and ability to work as a team member.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

__X__ Primarily Indoor Work

TYPE OF WORK

___X__MEDIUM WORK: Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.