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Qualifications
Familiar with trauma-informed care, mental health first aid, and de-escalation
Familiar with and comfortable talking about the Episcopal Church
Good customer service and hospitality skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively
Comfortable working with youth to create a welcoming environment for all ages and backgrounds
Demonstrated commitment to youth, especially those experiencing personal and family challenges
Collaborative and self-motivated; able to work in a variety of groups and circumstances
Commitment to working on social justice issues
Occasional evening and weekend responsibilities are required...
Responsibilities
The Youth Advisor for Trinity Youth Programs works with the Senior Program Manager for Youth and Community Engagement and the Priest for Youth and Family to manage logistics for a robust youth program focused on NYC Youth in the parish and broader neighborhood ranging in ages from 12 to 24
The Youth Advisor will monitor and supervise youth services and programs, including after-school activities, retreats, exploratory trips, service learning, community development, leadership, athletics, and college readiness.
In addition, they will be responsible for ensuring proper documentation, managing attendance, and maintaining safety standards.
Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing of Trinity Youth members by providing close supervision of assigned activities
Support and facilitate learning opportunities in a safe and productive environment for youth programs in Trinity Program Spaces and while traveling
Support programs and advocacy opportunities that amplify youth voices and allow youth to develop critical thinking skills that promote youth choice and self-advocacy
Instruct and mentor youth participants
Ensure all participants sign in and out daily
Ensure returns of surveys, applications, and other necessary documentation
Have a thorough knowledge of Trinity’s emergency and safety procedures and take appropriate actions for emergencies onsite and during field trips
Create an environment that is safe, culturally sensitive, and relevant to the needs of youth participants
Work closely with Trinity’s Operations Team to deliver meals and snacks for youth activities.
Coordinate with Trinity’s Neighborhood Outreach team to connect Youth in need to available resources at Trinity and across New York City
Assume other related responsibilities and special projects as required by the Senior Program Manager and Priest for Youth and Family
Follow and maintain health and safety guidelines per the CDC and Trinity Policy.
With Operations, Facilities, and Security, ensure proper set-up and breakdown for Youth activities.
Maintain current certifications for youth safety, health, and compliance per Trinity’s guidelines and policies
Pursue a professional development plan with support from the Youth & Community Care team
Adhere to confidentiality rules and all other Trinity policies, procedures, and rules
Perform all duties in a manner that promotes Trinity’s mission, vision, and core values