Community Engagement and Youth Development Intern

  POSITION:            Community Engagement and Youth Development Intern
HOURS:                Hours vary.
LOCATION:           District-Wide
HOURLY RATE:    $10.59/hour
 

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will work closely with the Youth Programs Coordinator and the Community Engagement Coordinator to provide support and activities at community events. This position will also partner with the SoWashCo CARES Education Foundation to meet the needs of students, staff and families in the district.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Be an ambassador for Community Ed and a partner of SoWashCo CARES.
2. Be a dynamic and positive role model for participants.
3. Responsible for assisting with programming needs at events.
4. Set up and clean up of activities.
6. Lead large and small group activities.
7. Communicate with students, parents, co-workers, and community partners in a postive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
8. Assist with collections and distribution of donations to SoWashCo CARES.
9. Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
10. Attend staff trainings.
11. Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):
Required:
1. Must be at least 16 years of age.
2. Strong communication and orgnaizational skills.
3. Experience working in a camp or school setting.
4. Ability to be flexible with work locations.
5. Ability to work independently.
6. Positive customer service additude.
7. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
8. Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
9. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
10. Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

Desired:
1. Current student at a SoWashCo Schools high school.

Outcomes:
1. Experience working with a non-profit organization.
2. Learn more about community needs and resources.
3. Develop skills in event planning and fundraising.
4. Identify community needs.
5. Collaborate with community partners to implement Community Ed and SoWashCo CARES’ mission.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP
POSTING ENDS: June 2024

Application Procedure:
Apply online