Teen Squad Specialist
About the position Responsibilities • Assist in recruiting, selecting, and training 50 teen club members using provided curriculum. • Co-lead Girls in the Game sports, health, and leadership curriculum at the JTDC and contribute to program planning for each session. • Identify opportunities to enhance recruitment and engagement strategies using platforms like Mailchimp, Eventbrite, and Instagram. • Coordinate and chaperone city-wide field trips for Teen Squad, including career exploration trips where participants interview women in various fields. • Attend recruitment events and conduct outreach to ensure maximum capacity for the Teen Squad. • Create, manage, and track participant data on Salesforce and Sharepoint databases. • Build relationships with stakeholders including site contacts, parents, and teens. Requirements • Some college education, preferably in health, youth or teen development, education, or a related field. • At least two years of experience working with children and leading groups. • Ability to learn and demonstrate basic skills in multiple sports and fitness activities. • Regular travel to sites throughout Chicago, preferably by car. • Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, including Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Spanish conversation skills are strongly desired but not required. Nice-to-haves • Experience with youth development programs. • Familiarity with Salesforce and Sharepoint databases. Benefits • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Apply tot his job