Building Hope Youth Counselor in Tampa, Florida at Tampa Housing Authority
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Job Description
Job Overview:
Recruit infant and youth, birth to middle school, to participate in the Building Hope program services aimed at developmental screenings, tutoring services, educational supports, and after school/summer activities. Assist with implementing THA sponsored events and activities assisting youth with developing academic excellence, communication skills, life lessons, and athletic abilities.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
- Outreach youth and families with flyers, posters, social media to market programs and activities for out of school time, summer programs, and field trips
- Implement program services and athletic programs for youth
- Organize and carry out the plans and schedules for seasonal programs, activities and games
- Maintain proper documentation and reports on youth in Tracking At-a-Glance (TAAG)
- Interact with parents, teachers, schools, and other agencies in support of successful outcomes for the youth
- Enforce safety procedures for program services, activities and games
- Secure necessary equipment and materials
- Assist youth with completing homework assignments
- Provide youth with career guidance resources for on- the- job training, apprenticeships, internships, vocational, college, or military services
- Perform related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Education level | High School graduation or GED equivalent. |
Experience | One year of experience in social work, community outreach, sports leadership, or working with youth in a group setting. |
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Certifications | Requires Level II Background Clearance. |
Licenses | Valid Florida Driver’s License Insurable under the agency’s insurance policy |