YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Safe Spaces,Event Specialist
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Kelly Hall YMCA
824 N Hamlin
Chicago, IL 60651, USA
Empowering Communities - Kelly Hall YMCA is now hiring Safe Spaces, Event Specialists! The
Safe Spaces, Event Specialists
will assist with the planning and implementation of the 11 Kickback events that are a part of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's My CHI My Future Year-Round Safe Spaces Humboldt Park Program. The staff should be positive, enthusiastic, civic-minded individuals with strong connections to their community. The Safe Spaces, Event Specialists plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants. Salary starts at $16.20 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization. Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: Salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership. Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life. 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future. Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs. A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events. Responsibilities: Attending My CHI My Future cohort trainings. Working with the Kelly Hall staff to plan all Kickback events for the year by completing the following tasks: Plan for food, activities, and entertainment at Kickbacks. Set up and attend Kickback events. Outreach to local organizations, including distributing flyers and canvassing to promote Kickbacks. Posting on social media about Kickbacks. Designing flyers and other promotional activities. Documenting events (e.g., photos, videos). Receive and respond to calls and questions from DFSS and youth. Attend mandatory trainings and meetings per request of DFSS. Assist with conducting surveys after Kickback events. Requirements: Passion for and willingness to create safe spaces for fellow youth in Humboldt Park area. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive, positive relationships with other youth. Willingness to design and implement large-scale program operations. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently to manage multiple priorities, effectively structure work, and meet deadlines. Proficiency in digital communication tools, including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt message to audience, including the ability to serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the YMCA. Availability to commit to 2 hours in the evenings on weekdays as well as the occasional weekend. At least 16 years old; no more than 24 years old. Must reside in the Humboldt Park area. Child Abuse Prevention
- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor. Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children. Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor. Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
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Empowering Communities - Kelly Hall YMCA is now hiring Safe Spaces, Event Specialists! The
Safe Spaces, Event Specialists
will assist with the planning and implementation of the 11 Kickback events that are a part of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's My CHI My Future Year-Round Safe Spaces Humboldt Park Program. The staff should be positive, enthusiastic, civic-minded individuals with strong connections to their community. The Safe Spaces, Event Specialists plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants. Salary starts at $16.20 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization. Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: Salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership. Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life. 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future. Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs. A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events. Responsibilities: Attending My CHI My Future cohort trainings. Working with the Kelly Hall staff to plan all Kickback events for the year by completing the following tasks: Plan for food, activities, and entertainment at Kickbacks. Set up and attend Kickback events. Outreach to local organizations, including distributing flyers and canvassing to promote Kickbacks. Posting on social media about Kickbacks. Designing flyers and other promotional activities. Documenting events (e.g., photos, videos). Receive and respond to calls and questions from DFSS and youth. Attend mandatory trainings and meetings per request of DFSS. Assist with conducting surveys after Kickback events. Requirements: Passion for and willingness to create safe spaces for fellow youth in Humboldt Park area. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive, positive relationships with other youth. Willingness to design and implement large-scale program operations. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently to manage multiple priorities, effectively structure work, and meet deadlines. Proficiency in digital communication tools, including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt message to audience, including the ability to serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the YMCA. Availability to commit to 2 hours in the evenings on weekdays as well as the occasional weekend. At least 16 years old; no more than 24 years old. Must reside in the Humboldt Park area. Child Abuse Prevention
- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor. Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children. Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor. Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
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