The After School/Summer Camp Programmer is responsible for overseeing students who are enrolled in WYN’s afterschool program.  The person in this position will supervise and build relationships with school age students, assist with academics, supervise volunteers, may facilitate prevention curriculum and maintain a structured and safe environment for the students.  Qualifications: Previous experience working with youth is highly encouraged.  A two-year degree is required.  The After School/Summer Camp Programmer may be responsible for transporting children and must have a valid driver’s license, clean drivers record and background check.  The successful candidate will possess outstanding people skills, be trauma skilled, have the ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise for youth at the program, and the ability to build rapport with young people.  Candidates must be highly self-motivated and demonstrate an ability to manage multiple tasks at once as well as adaptability and flexibility.

Position Responsibilities (Afterschool and Summer Camp):

Lead developmentally appropriate activities for groups of participating 6-8th grade students to support the program mission and goals. Be actively involved and supervising participants at all times.  Participants should be in line of vision of an adult staff at all times.  Designated high-risk participants should be within a few feet of an adult as much as possible. Take student head counts on a regular basis. Utilize the Love and Logic Model to build relationships with students and hold them accountable and responsible for their behaviors.  Provide on-site supervision for interns and volunteers. Develop weekly and monthly schedules that are consistent with the program goals. Provide primary supervision for all assigned participants attending the program. Provide/coordinate daily academic assistance for participants (afterschool only). Provide transportation for students. Maintain a positive and professional relationship with participants’ parents/ guardians. Maintain accurate and up to date records and files for all assigned participants including (but not limited to) daily notes. Communicate student activities and program information to parents/guardians. Organize and set up equipment as necessary to carry out program activities. Coordinate evening clean up and securing of all facilities. Participate in quality of service assessments. May plan and facilitate prevention curriculum Develop and maintain a supportive and professional rapport with students. Participate in quality of service assessments. Develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, parents, collaborating partners, public school personnel and WYN staff. Keep Director of Student Programs and Lead Programmer informed of the students’ progress and/or potential challenges.  Participate in supervision meetings with Director of Student Programs and request guidance with challenging students. When offered, attend additional trainings, meetings and seminars to maintain first aid, CPR, and Love and Logic certification/training, ACE training, resiliency training, and Motivational Interviewing training etc. Read, listen, and keep up to date on current research and practices in trauma, resiliency, and stress fields Follow all policies and procedures described in the WYN Policies and Procedures Manual. Summer program, special activities, snow day, and spring break program require preparation along with an increased awareness and responsibility. Special programs have a higher risk level, and therefore require team communication and personal awareness. Requires some weekends and overnights. All six weeks of Summer Camp and county spring break are required for staff to work. Supervision: The After School Programmer will report directly to the Lead Programmer.

Hours of Work:

This is a 20-30 hour position, 12 month position (including summer camp and county spring break) Salary/Benefits:  This position pays $33,750 (gross amount) for 30 hours per week annually and is also eligible for paid health insurance and paid leave time.  20 hours per week is paid at the same rate approx. $22,500 annually.

Interested candidates please send a cover letter and resume with at least 3 professional references to canipeh@westernyouthnetwork.org