Youth Services Associate - North-East - December 2022 Job at KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Basic Information
- Reports to the Assistant Director for Youth and Family Engagement (YFE) in cooperation with the North-East Branch Manager
- 40 hours per week
- $17.98 per hour plus excellent benefits
- Position is open until filled
Duties
Working as a team member with the YFE and North-East staff to ensure continuity of quality service for teens, this position will:
- Provide programming and services for teens and the important adults in their lives with a focus on supporting the development of social and life skills; leadership; critical thinking; and a love for learning.
- Develop and implement STEAM, cultural literacy, health, and other types of programming for teens.
- Provide opportunities for teens to mentor younger children.
- Partner with schools and other youth service organizations.
- Work as a member of the North-East Branch team to provide basic library services.
- Help teens discover learning and career pathways in their areas of interest.
- Participate in and contribute to system-wide programs for youth.
You Need
The requirements for this position include:
- A passion for youth development, reading, learning, and excellent community and library services and an ability to create a welcoming environment for teens.
- Experience working with and advocating for youth and their caring adults.
- Experience working in a library, a youth-serving organization, and/or an informal learning environment.
- Outstanding customer service skills and a passion for providing quality service.
- Ability to create programs and engage youth in learning, social or cultural activities.
- Ability to speak and understand English is required. Additional consideration may be given to individuals that are fluent in any additional languages spoken in the Kansas City area including Somali, Swahili, Spanish, Arabic, French, Dari, Pashto, and Vietnamese.
- Minimum requirements include a combination of relevant education, work and life experience, or a bachelor’s degree.
Schedule
- Tues 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Wed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Thur 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Fri 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Sat 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
How to Apply
Please apply for this position through our web application system. Kansas City Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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