DISTINGUISHING FACTORS
Operating in an active, energetic, and dynamic environment involving up to two dozen children, this position is responsible for assisting the Youth Activities Coordinator (YAC) with implementing the after-school youth program at the Family Investment Center (FIC) of the Kodiak Island Housing Authority (KIHA). Responsible to assist Youth Activities Coordinator with the following: provide intensive oversight for high needs and high-risk factor youth participating in the program; assist the Youth Activities Coordinator with overseeing and implementing after school activities and education opportunities; coordinate education activity and homework assistance with KIBSD.
This position is a part time position. KIHA is looking for a qualified elementary school aide willing to work M-F in our after-school program.
What You Will Be Doing
- Provide one on one or small group engagement and oversite of youth in the program
- Supervise youth during activities; assist youth participating in games, crafts, and sports activities by explaining required tasks or rules for the activity. Responsible for providing guidance and direction to youth participants.
- Responsible for applying consequences that are fair, consistent and age appropriate. Assist coordinator with identifying behavioral needs and documenting behavioral issues.
- Responsible for working professionally and effectively with internal and external partners, applicants, tenants, and participants; Responsible for providing respectful and timely customer service.
- Responsible for maintaining appropriate levels of confidentiality as defined by regulation, policy, and procedures.
- Responsible for problem solving common tasks through use policy, procedure and supervisor provided guidance.
- Assist coordinator with implementing a literacy assistance program.
- Responsible for demonstrating leadership to assure proper conduct, safety, and development of youth participants.
- Responsible for setting up necessary equipment and supplies; properly store and stow when not in use; inspect for safe use.
- Responsible to promote a safe and drug free work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Youth Activities Coordinator or Services Program Manager
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
- Work closely with participant children and parents to understand family and child needs.
- Work closely and professionally with other FIC staff.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience as a KIBSD Aide preferred
- Experience with KIBSD conscious discipline
- Experience with trauma informed care, or an understanding of challenges and compassion necessary for working with youth facing barriers or disabilities
The successful candidate will have…
- Must be 18 years of age
- Ability to handle loud, chaotic environments
- Ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults.
- Ability to interact with youth from a position of authority
- Ability and willingness to follow directions and receive constructive criticism and feedback.
- Ability to pass necessary background checks and drug tests.
Kodiak Island Housing Authority is an Equal Housing Opportunity Employer. This position is subject to the Alaska Native/American Indian employment preference under Section 7(b) of the Native American/Alaska Native Housing and Self-Determination Act, and Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S. C. 1701U) and Regulations in 24 CFR part 135.
COMPENSATION
- Status: Hourly
- Salary Range: $20-$22 per hour (DOE)
- Benefits: None
