The Center

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Sixth Graders: Join The Center! Talk with your parents and complete our Registration Packet to join!

High School Students: Sign up to Tutor at The Center. Email info@myyouthcenter.org for more info!

Parents: Register your child for The Center, and/or volunteer to help at The Center! Email info@myyouthcenter.org for more info!

Community Members: We are looking to hire staff for the 2012-2013 school year and find volunteers to help run The Center.

The Center is seeking creative, energetic and organized Youth Workers. All applicants must be available for work Monday through Friday between the hours of 1:30pm and 6:30pm Applicants must possess strong communication skills as well as experience working with youth ages 11-13. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety & supervision of the youth, developing and implementing age appropriate project-based learning activities in the areas of recreational sports, leadership, community service, teamwork and the arts; and developing behavior management plans on an as needed basis.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology or other-related field from an accredited College or University OR an Associate’s degree with 2-years of experience working with academic and enrichment programs; OR currently working towards Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of experience
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to gain certification before September
Knowledge and experience working with children and youth
Able to access email and phone
Good computer skills, e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, and e-mail
Must be able to work Monday through Friday, 1:30pm-6:30pm, from September 1 to June 30, on all regular school days and 12pm-6pm on 7 early release days, and 7:30am-10am on 3 delayed opening days on Needham Public Schools calendar.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs and have physical ability to actively play and participate with youth ages 11-13
Must be able to pass an initial criminal and registered sex offender background check
Possess flexibility, initiative and ability to work independently as required;

Job Responsibilities

Work with youth at The Center during open hours
Establish positive relationships with youth and their families
Create structured activities for youth
Assist with homework and academic skill building as needed
Communicate youth progress and needs clearly with appropriate personnel
Model empathy, healthy coping skills, and alternatives to aggression
Complete job tasks and paperwork in a timely manner
Attend relevant meetings, orientation and trainings

To apply, please send resume with cover letter and three references to jobs@myyouthcenter.org. In subject line please write “Youth Worker Application”. For more information, please email info@myyouthcenter.org

WISH LIST:

Updating your basement? Cleaning out the garage? Looking to get rid of those items just collecting dust? The Center may be in need of what you no longer want, specifically the following items:

*Computers and computer equipment

*Keyboards, Mice, Speakers, Headphones for computers

*Computer games, programs and software

*USB thumbdrives

*Digital Cameras and Video Cameras

*PG-13 or lower movies - DVD or VHS.

*Playstation3 game console and controllers

*XBOX 360 game console and controllers

*Video games for Nintendo Wii, XBOX 360 and PS3

*Youth sized Pool Table

*Books, especially fiction, for teenagers. Used books are welcome!

*Dictionary, thesaurus

*Puzzles, games, or craft activities suitable for teenagers

*School, art and office supplies: crayons, markers, paper, pens, pencils, colored pencils, glue sticks, highlighters, scissors, etc

*Calculators - scientific and regular

*Gift Cards

*Grocery Store Gift Cards

*Anything else that will make The Center a fun and enjoyable place to be!

If you are interested in donating anything to The Center, please contact Rev. Jamie at 781-444-2510 ext 198 or info@myyouthcenter.org

The Center
located at The Congregational Church of Needham
1154 Great Plain Ave
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 444-2510
info@myyouthcenter.org
www.myyouthcenter.org