Summer Intern Resident Services - Central Office, Hayward

Wage Range: $21.00 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Youth Programs Manager or other designee, the Summer Intern is responsible for developing and implementing, together with other Eden staff, a safe, active, educational, and fun program for children during the summer months. Programs will be tailored to the resident population and their expressed needs, culturally relevant and age appropriate. Programming may be developed and implemented for youth ranging in ages from 6 to 15 years old.

 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Activities for Children:

• Assist the Youth Programs Manager and Youth Programs Assistant Manager with the development of educational and enrichment activities for children and youth that promote a safe environment, a supportive environment, teaches and practices social-emotional skills and promotes engagement from youth in the Summer Program.

• Assist Eden staff with the supervision of youth during the summer program hours.

• Create a nurturing, positive and professional environment while promoting program policies and procedures amongst staff, volunteers, and program participants.

• Communicate clearly, honestly, and respectfully with all staff, participants, parents, and volunteers.

• Reports any concerns about the well-being of the families and children involved in the program to the After School Program Lead and Youth Programs Manger.

• Work with the Youth Program Manager to report child, dependent adult and elder abuse and neglect according to State law.

• All other duties assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains cleanliness of the community room and other summer program designated areas on-site.

• Maintains consistent and positive communication with the Youth Programs Manager or designee to brainstorm ideas, debrief on events, and discuss the behavior and interactions of youth program participants and families.

• Participates in the meetings, trainings, and continuous evaluation of program to ensure quality and growth.

• Identify activities or agencies that may facilitate supplemental programs and workshops and consult with Eden staff regarding possible implementation.

• Actively participate in our culture of inclusivity.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• Training and experience in tutoring, mentoring or teaching preferred. (May be volunteer experience.)

• Experience with and aptitude for working with children, adults and families in a multi-cultural setting.

PREFERRED SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

• Experience with and aptitude for working with children and families.

• PC literate. Knowledge of basic computer Internet use and applications, (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).

• Good communication (verbal and written), decision-making and evaluation skills.

• Experience working with diverse groups. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION REVISION 

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change. This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position. 

 

Eden Housing is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Housing does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familiar status, national origin, or any other arbitrary basis.