Youth Worker

Professional Growth & Team Contribution • Participate in meetings and workshops that enhance professional skills, as assigned by Program Director and Education Specialist, including required hours of training per year; completion of one-hour training requirements covering mental health awareness, engagement and de-escalation, crisis response protocols and mental health resources. • Demonstrate openness to feedback, reflection, and learning to strengthen professional practice. • Contribute positively to team culture through collaboration, flexibility, and shared responsibility. • Demonstrate initiative and commitment to personal and professional growth. Professional Responsibility, Documentation & Program Operations • Adhere to site-specific memoranda and program staff manual which includes staff and program specific requirements as prescribed by the NYS Child School Aged Child Care (SACC) Programs regulation in a proactive manner, making the provision of quality services and the safety and care of all children the primary focus. • Demonstrate professionalism through consistent attendance, punctuality, preparedness, and follow-through. • Take ownership of assigned groups, activities, materials, and responsibilities to ensure high-quality implementation and participant experiences. • Complete attendance records, incident reports, activity logs, and other required documentation accurately and on time. • Communicate participant concerns, operational needs, and program updates to leadership and colleagues in a timely manner. • Adhere to agency policies, program procedures, reporting protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements while exercising appropriate decision-making within the scope of the role. • Recognize that personal attendance, punctuality, and performance directly impact participant safety, staffing ratios, program quality, and regulatory compliance, and takes responsibility for minimizing disruptions to program operations. COMPETENCIES • At least 18 years old with one year of experience working with youth; • Positive Youth Development & Relationship Building • Communication, Collaboration & Teamwork • Adaptability, Initiative & Willingness to Learn • Professionalism & Sound Judgment EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE • High school/HSE diploma preferred. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT