Youth Services Coordinator Bilingual at Alternatives For Girls – Detroit, Michigan

Alternatives For Girls is seeking a Youth Services Coordinator, preferably with Spanish language skills, who will engage with youth directly on a regular basis.

Position Summary:

The Youth Services Coordinator supports the mission of Alternatives For Girls (AFG) and plays a vital role in empowering youth through afterschool and summer programs focused on youth development and risk prevention. This position engages directly with youth in the Southwest Detroit community, fostering personal growth through education, mentorship, and supportive services.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Facilitation & Coordination

• Plan and facilitate workshops and field trips on topics such as career preparation, sexual health education, fitness, cultural arts, and life skills.
• Develop engaging curriculum aligned with youth development goals.
• Lead sessions on leadership, conflict resolution, communication, team building, social-emotional learning, self-esteem, and physical well-being.

Youth & Family Engagement

• Build strong, supportive relationships with youth and their families.
• Provide advocacy and support for school, community, and interpersonal challenges.
• Offer homework assistance, peer conflict resolution, and emotional support.

Volunteer & Partner Collaboration

• Collaborate with volunteers, staff, facilitators, and community partners.
• Coordinate follow-up with mentors to support youth engagement.

Parent Engagement & Support

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding youth needs and progress.
• Facilitate workshops for families on youth development, school transitions, and college readiness.

Administrative & Logistical Duties

• Maintain accurate daily case notes and progress documentation.
• Assist with meal service and upkeep of activity spaces.
• Provide transportation for participants, including pickups/drop-offs and event travel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, or a Human Services-related field is preferred but not required.
• Equivalent life and/or work experience will be considered.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience working with youth in high-risk environments (e.g., gang involvement, violence, substance use, truancy, early sexual activity, or housing instability).
• Strongly preferred: experience with youth leadership models, peer counseling, adolescent development, and workshop facilitation.

Language Skills:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable access to a personal vehicle.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications and data entry.

Demonstrated Abilities:

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong decision-making and conflict-resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication with professionalism, diplomacy, and tact
• Consistent and dependable attendance
• Ability to lift and transport program supplies and donations (moderate lifting required)