NATIVE Youth Council (NYC) Program Coordinator
On-site · Spokane, Washington, United States
Job Summary
The NATIVE Youth Council Program Coordinator will plan, coordinate, and implement the NATIVE Youth Council program for 6th–12th graders, focusing on youth leadership, cultural identity, prevention education, healthy decision-making, academic success, and community engagement. Responsibilities include recruiting youth, organizing meetings and activities, managing attendance and reporting, coordinating school outreach, maintaining documentation, communicating with parents and schools, representing The NATIVE Project at events, supporting grant reporting and program evaluation, and ensuring compliance with standards (GPRA, UDS, NCQA). The role requires collaboration with the Children & Youth Services Manager and Wellness & Prevention staff, alignment with cultural teachings, and support for related programs such as Youth Leadership Camp, Community Wellness nights, and prevention events.Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (associate/bachelor’s preferred) and experience with youth and community-based programs; strong communication, organization, and group facilitation skills; computer literacy; flexibility for evenings/weekends; and background checks/drug screening. Driving requirements are preferred.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, social work, public health, prevention, Native American studies, or related field preferred
- Experience working with youth, families, schools, tribal communities, or community-based programs preferred
- Experience with youth leadership, prevention education, mentoring, cultural programming, or after-school programming preferred
- Knowledge of Native communities, urban Indian health, cultural values, and youth development preferred
- Ability to build positive relationships with youth while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills
- Ability to facilitate group activities, youth discussions, and educational sessions
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, calendar systems, and data entry
- Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and special events as needed
- Must successfully complete required background checks, drug screening, and mandatory training requirements
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to meet organizational driving requirements preferred
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