Teen Outreach Program Facilitator

TITLE: Teen Outreach Program (TOP) Facilitator Reports to: Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Coordinator Job Summary Contribute to the mission and vision of MICA by creating a positive, respectful, and safe environment when working with children, families and agency and community partners.

The TOP facilitator is responsible for implementing weekly TOP sessions, collaborating with school staff to coordinate community service learning opportunities, and providing overall support for teens enrolled in the program.

Will facilitate the program according to the evidence-based Wymans Teen Outreach Program approach and support the evaluation and continual quality improvement of the program.

Supports MICAs mission, vision, values, Ways of Working, and Whole Family Approach.

This position must perform regular duties at the assigned worksite.

Summary of Essential Job Functions Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, program staff, and agency and community partners as needed to provide excellent services.

Maintain the safety and welfare of caseload participants and staff at all times.

Must maintain confidentiality of participants and families at all times.

Maintain healthy and appropriate relationships with teens, focusing on safety, support, interaction, and engagement.

Compliance Facilitate the Teen Outreach Program in accordance with the training received.

Develop implementation plan and facilitate lessons from the Changing Scenes curriculum at weekly TOP clubs.

Collaborate with school staff to facilitate planning and implementation of community service learning with teens, ensuring the opportunity for a minimum of 20 hours of service within the 9 month program.

Meet with Grant Coordinator (Iowa Department of Health and Human Services) as required.

Documentation and Reporting Maintain accurate and up-to date enrollment forms, attendance records, and service records for all youth as required by Teen Outreach Program standards.

Complete reports in accurate and timely fashion.

Develop skills and knowledge related to the position Complete necessary training to become a Teen Outreach Program facilitator.

Must obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.

Must obtain and maintain Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Training.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Committed to the inherent worth of every individual.

Knowledge of the stages of youth development and positive approaches to behavior management.

o Strong ability to create a positive learning environment for teens in a classroom setting.

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information with participant youth and families.

Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and partner organizations.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

Strong commitment to achieving results.

Strong commi...