Youth Coordinator

NSORNA Nisqually's Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act requires all individuals who have ever been convicted of a sex offense to register with our Public Safety Department, whether or not registration is required in another jurisdiction. This position involves regular contact with or control over Indian Children and Vulnerable Adults. In compliance with Federal Law, applicants with any felonious offense or two or more misdemeanor offenses involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact, or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children will not be considered.

About the Role

The Youth Coordinator is responsible for providing a safe and welcoming environment and meaningful activities for youth to thrive and prepare for their futures. The Youth Coordinator plans and supervises youth activities including cultural, educational, and recreational activities while ensuring the safety and security of program participants.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member to create and maintain a safe, healthy, and positive environment that helps Nisqually youth thrive, reach their goals, and plan for their futures.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide age-appropriate wrap-around services for youth, including but not limited to health, behavioral health, education, recreation, nutrition, sports/fitness, vocational services, culture, and language.
• Contribute to planning, scheduling, and implementing activities and events. Procure materials and supplies, coordinate youth transportation, arrange field trips, confirm logistics, and coordinate with guest speakers or instructors as needed.
• Maintain positive communication and interactions with management, other employees, youth, parents/guardians, volunteers, and internal and external partners.
• Assist youth in resolving basic problems and conflict situations or obtain guidance from a supervisor as needed.
• Drive program vehicles for pick-up and drop-off of youth to and from the program and field trips, ensuring each participant is delivered to the appropriate destination.
• Monitor facility to ensure compliance with emergency, safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures; inform supervisor of any compliance concerns.
• Prepare, collect, review, and organize forms, program records, reports, or other documents while maintaining confidentiality.
• Perform as team leader for lower-level program staff and volunteers when needed.
• Fulfill mandatory reporter responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years' experience providing youth services in youth recreation, youth education, or a related field.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Must obtain/maintain a Food Handler's permit, First Aid, and CPR certifications within 30 days of employment.
• Must successfully pass a State and Federal criminal history background check.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and be insurable under the Tribe's insurance policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Development, or a related field.
• Experience working with tribal youth in a similar program.

Skills

• Knowledge of principles and practices of youth recreational programs, including planning, scheduling, coordination, evaluation, and problem-solving.
• Familiarity with applicable Tribal, federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Effective verbal and written communication with diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in working with youth, parents/guardians, team members, and the public.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable software programs.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavioral problems.
• Professional and courteous behavior in all interactions with children, parents, school officials, and the community.
• Ability to manage staff/child or youth ratios to ensure adequate needs are met.
• Understanding of responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules to meet program needs.