4Front Teen Engagement and Program Associate

Organizational Overview

Founded in 1854, the Baltimore Jewish Community Center (JCC) has evolved into an organization of vitality and diversity. In keeping with its Jewish values, the JCC is committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community.

About the Role

The 4Front Teen Engagement and Program Associate is a unique position that develops creative, passionate youth engagement professionals and empowers them to lead and grow our next generation of changemakers through dynamic leadership programs and relational engagement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging and impactful teen programs from start to finish
• Peer Leadership Fellows - A 9-month cohort-based, teen leadership program for high school 10th and 11th grade students, including a weekend shabbaton (Shabbat retreat)
• Social Innovation Fellowship - A 6-month cohort-based, teen entrepreneurship program for high school freshman to seniors, including an overnight travel experience
• J Camps Counselor-In Training - A 8-week CIT program for rising 9th and 10th graders over the summer
• Logistics: Plan and manage all logistics related to workshops, retreats, and trips, including planning the NYC Overnight trip for the Social Innovation Fellowship and day-trips for J Camps CIT’s
• Relationship management: Build strong individual relationships with participants, foster positive group dynamics, and establish effective relationships with parents
• Communication: Maintain timely, professional, and clear communication with participants and parents
• Partnerships: Maintain relationships with strategic curricular partners connected to each program
• Budgeting: Manage program budgets
• Staff Management: Supervise junior staff and program assistants (when applicable) for each program
• Support the engagement of Jewish teens in Baltimore, including but not limited to: Advancing the mission of 4Front to engage Jewish teens in the Baltimore community through outreach, one-off events or guest facilitation opportunities. Attend and support 4Front teen programs and events as needed
• Assist with any all-hands-on-deck 4Front and JCC events
• Represent 4Front at community-wide programs and events
• Support Baltimore JCC Maccabi
• Participate in 4Front and JCC agency-wide trainings and staff meetings and special events

Requirements

• BA in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Jewish Studies, Entrepreneurship or related field
• Familiarity with Jewish concepts and values, calendar, and practices
• Proven success developing personal connections with young people and/or peers
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, particularly a strong understanding of teen behaviors and dynamics
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute programs
• Experience in program facilitation
• Works well in a team environment
• Proven success in a leadership position

Qualifications

• Physical skills and work environment: This position is an engagement position that is on-site, in person at the Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC in Owings Mills, Maryland. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to spend time sitting and using a computer, laptop or phone. The employee may also be required to frequently be on their feet for periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment may be fast paced and requires high energy and interaction with others. The workspace may be noisy, at times.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary (or Salary Range): $50,000-$55,000
Benefit & Perks: The JCC offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) employer match, FSA/HSA options, life insurance, long term disability, complimentary membership to the Jewish Community Center, discounts on programs including preschool and summer camp, and wellbeing programming.