Jobs in Lihue, HI

About the role

The Youth Development Director (Teen Program) leads and oversees the daily planning and implementation of a variety of social, recreational, athletic, educational and cultural programs for pre-teen and teen adolescent youth at their clubhouse. Additionally, the Youth Development Director will integrate culturally relevant, leadership and “What’s Next” activities including, but not limited to, L.I.T. programs, Youth of the Year (YOY), and post-secondary education and workforce development initiatives.

What you'll bring

• Must reside 20+ miles from assigned clubhouse.
• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a youth-serving organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience.
• Possess a current CPR and First Aid certificate (or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment).
• Ability to work with teens and youth, including “at-risk” youth.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-ethnic cultures and people with different levels of education and socioeconomic status.
• Communicates clearly, consistently and effectively the needs, challenges, and progress of their teen members and programs to their Clubhouse Director and other designated staff.
• Ability to work independently and well with others on a team.
• Ability to organize activities and documents in a professional manner.
• Possesses emotional maturity and patience to work with and develop teens.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, using word processing, spreadsheet, and database management.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of agencies and community organizations.

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