Easter Seals Massachusetts is seeking a Youth Leadership Network (YLN) Coordinator to organize YLN meetings, outreach activities and other youth related activities in the Springfield, MA area.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Organize, set up, run, and evaluate the Youth Leadership Network meetings and activities in the Springfield, MA area.
- Assist the Youth Services Coordinator with the development and implementation of strategic outreach programs to promote Easter Seals youth services.
- Recommend program design modifications as needed to ensure programs supports YLN goals and objectives.
- Promote and effectively communicate the value of Easter Seals Services to educators as they plan for students’ Individual Education Plans/Transition Planning Forms.
- Identify and attend outreach events as appropriate.
- Initiate and assist the youth services team in monitoring and updating social media in compliance with Easter Seals guidelines.
- Promote and effectively communicate upcoming events and workshops with educators, state agency representatives, and other community-based providers as needed.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
Skills/Experience:
- Background in health and human services and interacting with youth.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Able to work independently or in groups with minimal supervision.
- Able to work flexible hours; occasional nights and weekends.
- Able to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
- Flexible and able to work well with others.
- Able to communicate effectively by phone and in person with professionals and clients with various disabilities.
- Able to organize projects, prioritize workflow and complete multiple tasks simultaneously and accurately.
Additional Information:
Easter Seals is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. People with disabilities and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 29 2017
Active Until:
Oct 29 2017
Hiring Organization:
Easterseals
industry:
Nonprofit