Job Description
The Cow Creek Band of the Umpqua Tribe of Indians invites applications for the full-time position of EHYC Program Lead. This pivotal role is based at the prestigious Expanding Horizons Youth Center (EHYC), located within our tribal community. The position demands an onsite presence and is not suitable for remote work arrangements. The EHYC Program Lead is entrusted with the leadership and management of programs that significantly contribute to the academic and personal development of the youth within the community, focusing on individuals aged 8 to 18 years.
The ideal candidate will be keenly dedicated to fostering an environment that prioritizes educational excellence and holistic development. Reporting directly to the EHYC Manager, the Program Lead plays a critical role in shaping the youth's future by offering structured activities, educational support, and mentoring that align with cultural values and educational objectives of the Cow Creek Band of the Umpqua Tribe of Indians.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Facilitate a range of culturally based best practices programs and activities for all members.
- Ensure programs, services, and activities that prepare youth for success, promote safety of youth and quality of programs at all times.
- Assist as needed with the preparations, serving, and clean-up of the meal service provided.
- Foster meaningful relationships with EHYC youth to provide a safe and supportive environment.
- Provide encouragement and support to each individual youth to be on track for academic success by the ninth grade.
- Provide homework support and tutoring.
- Work with EHYC Manager to facilitate new and creative program activities that promote and stimulate program participation.
- Develop and foster healthy relationships with all EHYC youth, their families, and the general public and schools districts.
- Flexible schedule required. Some evening and weekends are possible for special events.
- Oversee 5 – 9 students in groups that may be involved with outdoor activities, crafts, homework, mentorship, or leadership skills, and tutoring.
- Create a positive, nurturing environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associates Degree; Education or related field preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Relationship skills: establishing and maintaining positive relationships with youth and adults, being friendly, outgoing, flexible and receptive.
- Communication skills: intermediate written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Thinking skills: effective at problem solving, trouble shooting, and diffusing difficult situations.
- Computer skills: accomplished skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, and willingness to learn new software applications.
- Self-Management Skills: be able to work independently and take lead if necessary, make sound decisions, demonstrate motivation with youth.
- Experience with teaching or tutoring Math and/or English preferred.
- Demonstrate Math knowledge by participating in testing (prescreen and at interview).
- Ability to obtain Food Handlers Card, CPR and first aid training within first 90 days of employment.
- Be able to maintain a well-groomed, clean, and professional appearance at all times.
- Hold a current valid Oregon Driver’s License.
