Youth Development Internship

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GENERAL FUNCTIONS of a Youth Development Intern: Under the direction of the Youth Development Leader and in accordance with Association policies, the Youth Development intern is responsible for assisting the Program Manager in leading the Youth Development curriculum and activities. The intern is also responsible for the safety of all participants and in creating a fun, safe, healthy environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in managing youth & family programs including pre-school (ages 3-5) and school-age (ages 6-12) enrichment programs, youth sports, teen programs, and Child Watch. Assist in the supervision of the participants to ensure appropriate development occurs in a fun, healthy and safe environment. Assist in development of relationships with area schools, community organizations, and faith-based institutions. Includes community outreach and exploration of partnership opportunities. Assist in providing instruction at special events, activities, and programs. Ensure that daily care of members is a key priority. Assist in set-up and take-down of equipment before/after games, events, and classes. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends during course of internship. Work schedule to be set with Supervisor. Responsible for strict adherence to all policies and procedures related to safety and conduct rules and other regulations. EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma (or equivalent) and working toward degree or experience in a related field. Experience planning, programming, and supervising youth development programs is desirable. Experience planning, organizing, and implementing children, youth, and family programs. Experience working with youth, teens, and adults. Practical understanding and comprehensive knowledge of youth programs. Creativity, initiative, flexibility, eagerness to seek out and involve others and genuine concern for today’s youth are essential. Lives YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility Actively values diversity. Engages community and others in the Y-mission and work. Deadline: Friday, September 7, 2012 (Interviews to be held week of 9/10/2012) How to apply: Email cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to YMCA Volunteer Coordinator Erik Kennedy at ekennedy@ymcamke.org by the deadline.