Youth Program Leader - (Klassic Kids, Part-Time)

We are currently hiring youth program leaders. This is a part-time position (you will be contacted in the case of an opening/availability/need).

• All new hires begin at starting salary regardless of experience

OUR STORY.

Harmonium was established in 1975 through an enterprising blend of vision and necessity to respond to Mira Mesa's rapidly growing need for juvenile diversion services. We continue to shape our mission, goals and services by listening to the needs of neighborhoods, individuals and families.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that reaches more than 30,000 San Diegans a year and offer a wide array of innovative and customized program services to over 5,000 children, youth, and families each day throughout San Diego County. We believe creative planning, collaboration, and strength-based intervention results in high quality services that promote well-being.

Interested in joining our team? Take a look at the position we have available below. If this role speaks to you, let us know by applying! We hope to connect with you soon.

JOB DESCRIPTION.

Youth Program Leaders are responsible for assisting students with homework, implementing arts & craft/special activities, and for supervising children in the program. Their mission is to support the healthy social/emotional development of children enrolled in the program in line with Early Childhood Development best practices. This includes using behavioral reinforcement programs, behavioral strategies to address problematic behavior, and strength based approaches.

JOB COMPLEXITY.

• Supervise the day-to-day activities of the program while maintaining ratios and visual supervision

• Redirect inappropriate child behavior, utilize behavioral strategies and notify Site Director as appropriate

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES.

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must have a minimum of 6 months experience working, volunteering and/or interning with school-aged children programs such as daycares, recreation programs, social service agencies

• Ability to substitute at other licensed locations throughout San Diego

• Must have at least 9 units and currently enrolled in at 3 units in early education, child, growth & development, recreation, humanities, or education including college work-study, volunteer or internship

• Must provide proof of Fully Vaccinated status

BENEFITS.

• Part-time benefits include dental, vision, pet, life, and critical illness insurance, a 403b retirement plan plus match, and CA Paid Sick Leave in addition to hands-on training, virtual courses, and live presentations.

All new hires begin at starting salary regardless of experience.

Harmonium is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees/interns. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

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