| Position | Program Assistant – REACH Dragon Boat Program |
| Salary | $23.00 – $27.00 per hour |
| Reports to | Program Director / Program Coordinator |
| Status | Part-Time, Non-Exempt |
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Program Assistant is responsible for supporting coordination, developing, and implementing the Resilience Empowerment Academic Community Health (REACH) program. The Program Assistant will follow a peer-to-peer mentorship model for youth in grades 7-12 and engage them in the Dragon Boat program, enabling them to become physically fit, develop lifelong healthy habits, and build confidence, self-esteem, and character. The program also aims to connect youth with teammates and peers to develop leadership skills, commit to civic engagement, and bring positive changes to their community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with organizing and facilitating Dragon Boat practices, races, and team-building activities.
- Ensure service linkages to mental health services, including assessment and counseling sessions.
- Scheduling assessment sessions with youth and their families for individual and family case management and referral services and determine the needs of the youth and their families.
- Help facilitating clear communication between the Program Coordinator and families regarding training and race logistics.
- Assist in supporting the activities of the youth Dragon Boat team by providing logistical assistance and offering guidance to team captains and youth members during practices and events.
- Assist in coordinating enrichment activities, field trips, and community service opportunities for program participants, ensuring smooth logistics and effective communication with all involved parties.
- Support in program recruitment by attending tabling events in both school and community settings, such as parent night meetings for building relationships with family.
- Monitor participant attendance and maintain accurate records.
- Foster cooperative relationships with school personnel, probation officers, parents, families, and collaborative agencies.
- Collaborate with other CYC programs to provide comprehensive services.
- Participate in required trainings, team meetings, and community meetings.
- Maintain accurate documentation and statistics on client services and produce monthly reports for granting agencies.
- Assist with events, activities, and projects focused on violence prevention and reduction in the Asian and Pacific Islander community.
- Help develop individualized practice plans for program participants.
- Organize transportation and logistics for local and regional Dragon Boat races, including the Spring Dragon Boat Festival.
- Support weekly life skills training workshops and seasonal paddler support groups.
- Attend paddlers’ review and coach meetings as required.
- Assist with events, activities, and other projects as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED with at least one year of case management or coaching experience.
- Experience conducting interviews, assessments, and workshops with youth and parents.
- Experience coaching youth sports teams.
- Ability to work with ethnically diverse, low-income youth, including English learners, to support their social and emotional needs.
- Proficiency in both English and Chinese or another Asian language, with an understanding of the respective cultural nuances, is preferred.
- Knowledge of the San Francisco Juvenile Justice System and local community-based agencies serving youth.
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with youth, parents, and probation officers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Interest or experience in Dragon Boat paddling or similar team-based activities is an asset.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment.
- Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
- Basic knowledge of first aid and safety procedures is preferred.
- Ability to implement and follow safety protocols to ensure the well-being of participants during activities and events.
- Ability to lift or move at least 25 lbs.
- Commitment to taking regular COVID-19 health tests as required by the program health and safety plan and guidelines.
CYC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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