Youth Development Specialist- Upward Bound

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Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Youth Development Specialist- Upward Bound
Posting Number 23TM0218
Department Center for PreCollege Programs
Overview
The Center for PreCollege Programs administers pre-college and career readiness pipeline programs designed to educate, inspire, and prepare students to be future-focused and 21st century ready. Our commitment is to support students by providing opportunities to achieve and grow effectively. CPP serves more than 2,000 students and parents annually by facilitating various programs throughout Newark, East Orange, Orange, Irvington, and the greater Essex County area. The Center for PreCollege Programs houses our three TRIO programs of Talent Search (2) and Upward Bound, the Dual Enrollment Institute, the PreCollege Academy, the College Clubhouse, University-Assisted Partnerships, the Tutoring Spot, and the Rutgers Future Scholars Program, in addition to other STEM and special interest programs and collaborations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking Youth Development Specialists. The Upward Bound program seeks dynamic culturally responsive, human-centered Youth Development Specialists ( YDS ) to guide early college and career readiness preparation and adaptive school-based and Saturday programming for 9th-12th grade students.
The Center for PreCollege Programs administers precollege and pipeline programs designed to educate, inspire and prepare students to be successful in secondary and post-secondary education while promoting a college-going culture.
The Upward Bound program is a federally grant-funded program that identifies and assists high school students who have the potential to succeed in higher education.
This position is contingent upon the continuation of grant funding.
Position Status Part Time
Hours Per Week 19.5
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary $20-25 per hour
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.

Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting small group and/or one-on-one sessions with middle and high school students to provide mentoring and support;
• Background in youth development, social work, psychology, urban education and/or sociology preferred.
• Applicants should have knowledge of social and emotional competencies;

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Applicants should also have experience conducting small group and/or one-on-one sessions with adolescents;
• Experience working with students from urban areas, first-generation students, out-of-school time programming, facilitating college readiness seminars and/or social and emotional learning workshops for middle and high school students;
• Must complete the Protection of Minors Training and background check;
• Must participate in staff training.

Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must have reliable means of transportation to school sites.
• Must have access to an appropriate workspace with laptop and internet to facilitate virtual workshops and small group sessions;
• Role requires occasional lifting and transportation of classroom supplies;

Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Open Date 04/17/2023
Posting Close Date 07/16/2023
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark
City Newark
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (https://policies.rutgers.edu/60-1-35-currentpdf) , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals (https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/100-3-1-current.pdf) , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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