Youth Development Coordinator Jobs

Based in Cherryfield, the Mission’s youth development programs, collectively known as EdGE, engage more than 800 children and their families in collaborative and innovative afterschool, summer, and in-school programs.

The Youth Development Coordinator supports initiatives that leverage experiential, leadership, mentoring, and outdoor programs to build aspirations and resilience in children. This position primarily supports programs for elementary-school-aged children that take place in school, after school, and at summer day camps. The position has a particular focus on programs using Cherryfield campus facilities, especially the ropes course.

Responsibilities

• Be a positive role model and mentor to EdGE youth
• Collaborate across EdGE Primary programs to plan, deliver, and lead developmentally appropriate activities for students, families, and community partners targeted to elementary-school-aged children. Programming includes low and high ropes course activities and other experiential activities
• Collect and record data on attendance and activities; assist with program evaluation tools
• Attend team meetings
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in a manner consistent with the highest safety standards; use excellent judgement
• Build grit, resilience, and aspiration for post-secondary learning through experiential experiences and workshops
• Collaborate with Mission Downeast programs to increase mentoring opportunities
• As needed, support Secondary and Post-Secondary EdGE programs, including ropes course and other experiential activities, as well as some overnight excursions

As part of the Maine Seacoast Mission

• Uphold the reputation of the Mission and honor the trust built over generations between the Mission and the communities in which we work
• Support the values and purpose of the Maine Seacoast Mission as expressed in the “Living the Mission” conceptual framework and mission statement
• Promote and embody the Mission as a welcoming and inclusive organization, where all people are valued and respected

Qualifications

Required

• Excellent facilitation and communication skills
• A flexible schedule and being available to work outside regular working hours, including some evenings and weekends
• Desire to make a positive impact on youth and families’ lives; be caring, compassionate, creative, and have a sense of humor
• Understanding of child development and education theories/practice
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment
• Either ropes or challenge course training or experience, or the ability and willingness to be trained
• Ability to motivate students and colleagues, work as part of a team, and relate to children at various life stages, both in groups and individually
• Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as to cooperate with a team
• Commitment to maintaining a positive and safe environment for students and fellow workers
• Experience teaching or working with young people

Desirable

• Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Bachelor’s degree
• Maine Guide license
• Kayaking, biking, hiking experience

Special Position Requirements

• Some overnight trips and evening and weekend activities, occasionally sleeping outdoors
• Drive 12 to 15-passenger van

Physical Requirements Of The Position

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate verbally and visually to maintain safe conditions
• Physical ability and stamina for outdoor excursions and overnight camping trips

Compensation

$43,500 with excellent benefits

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to Ann Cox Halkett at [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications on July 17. Start date before September 1.

The Maine Seacoast Mission believes diversity makes us stronger and is an equal opportunity employer.

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