Job Title: Youth Development Coordinator 

Reports to: Raices Program Manager

Salary: $24/hr

Starting Date: Open until filled

Organizational Profile  

Centro Tyrone Guzman is committed to contributing to the well-being of Latine families through a holistic and intergenerational approach to education,health,and wellness. It is a multi-service non-profit organization serving low-income Latine families in Minnesota. Our Youth Department Administrator program works toward eliminating opportunity gaps – giving Latine families the support and experiences they need to thrive. 

Centro Tyrone Guzman’s Youth Programs include Raices and Be@School. 

Position Summary 

Raices works with Latine youth in grades 6–12 through a broad range of holistic in-school and out-of-school programs emphasizing academic support, personal and cultural identity, health and wellness, and leadership development. The program’s goal is to promote healthy behaviors, strengthen families and support Latine youth to achieve a successful future. 

The Youth Development Coordinator is responsible for implementing activities in Raices. This position is directly supervised by the Youth Department Administrator and will work in collaboration with the Intergenerational Programs Manager, other departments and partners. All activities will be provided in a culturally and linguistically responsive environment to support the holistic health and independent living of Latine families. 

Job Responsibilities 

• Logistic coordination and implementation of activities and processes assigned by the Youth Program Administrator and Raices Program Manager. 
• Complete and implement the workplan for the Raices Program with the guidance of the Raices Programs team and in collaboration of the Intergenerational Programs Manager. 
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group sessions with youth and/or families at Centro Tyrone Guzman and/or partner schools. 
• Provide positive behavior guidance for program participants. 
• Maintain positive communication, collaborative and respectful relationships with coworkers/parents/guardians/community. 
• Assist youth participants in setting personal goals in education, health/wellness, personal and cultural development, and community involvement. 
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records of participants including attendance and evaluation surveys among others. 
• Foster collaboration with local schools, universities, and community organizations. 
• Make appropriate internal/external referrals for program participants/families. 
• Maintain private and confidential data in accordance with state and federal laws. 
• Maintain a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive social environment. 
• Maintain a clean, safe environment (building, playground, vans, etc.) 
• Assist in facilitating family projects and events. 
• Assist the Administrator in preparing reports for funders and stakeholders. 
• Provide transportation for youth participants as needed. 
• Participate in professional development activities as assigned. 
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements 

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are a must
• Strong time management skills. 
• Experience in sexual health education is preferred. 
• The Youth Development Coordinator should commit to Centro Tyrone Guzman’s mission, vision, and program goals and be able to work with children, families, program goals, families and other staff members. 
• A qualified Youth Development Coordinator will possess experience working with Latine families; knowledge, an in-depth understanding of, and appreciation for the Latine culture, local Latine community and the ability to relate well, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with Latines of diverse ancestry, family, and socioeconomic status. 
• A positive and open attitude towards children is a requirement. 
• The Youth Development Coordinator should demonstrate an in-depth understanding/experience working
  with LGBTQ+ Latine community. 
• Demonstrated understanding of Latine immigrant issues, including, but not limited to generational and cultural differences between youth and parents, barriers to educational opportunities, social determinants of health, the impact of undocumented status in the areas of employment/housing/social services, trauma, domestic and community violence. 
• Commitment to working with Latine communities in a culturally supportive environment and a sincere desire to have a meaningful positive effect on their lives. 
• Knowledgeable about local community resources and how to use them for the benefit of families. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and public speaking skills in both Spanish and English. 
• Advanced technology skills in common software applications (e.g., MS Office). 
• Be able to gather updated information to make power point presentations for educational purposes. 
• Be able to work evenings, and nights during the academic year and weekends for special events. 
• Provide transportation to participants as needed. 
• Position is subject to a background check and requires a valid Minnesota driver’s license and a good driving record. 

Other information
Location: Minneapolis, MN

Hours/Week: This is a full-time, non exempt position. 40 hours per week

Schedule will vary and could include evenings and occasional weekends

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental, life insurance, paid sick days/vacation  time, holidays, and 401 (k) plan. 

Centro Tyrone Guzman is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, sexual preference, or public assistance status. 

To learn more about Centro Tyrone Guzman, please visit us at www.centromn.org.