Activities Coordinator

COSA’s TEEN Center is dedicated to providing a safe and engaging space for adolescents, ages 12 – 18. The purpose of the Center is to foster leadership, creativity, and community involvement through diverse programming and opportunities tailored to the needs of program participants. The Activities Coordinator works primarily from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday – Thursdays and 8:00 am – 12:00 pm on Fridays. The Coordinator is responsible for working with the Program Manager to develop, coordinate, and implement various experiential and recreational activities for program participants, both in-house and in the community. The Coordinator also is responsible for transporting adolescents to and from the Center and may assist other organization prevention programs as needed. The Coordinator reports directly to the Center's Program Manager.

CORE JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work with the Program Manger to create, plan, and oversee engaging programs and activities tailored to teens, ensuring a mix of recreation, leadership, and skill-building opportunities.
• Transport program participants before and after program activities and may drive for other work-related tasks
• Build and maintain relationships with local organizations, schools, and youth-focused groups to expand outreach and partnerships
• Organize and facilitate teen-focused events, workshops, and recreational activities.
• Ensure the center is a safe, welcoming space for teens by overseeing daily operations and maintaining facility needs
• Promote programs through social media, local events, and direct outreach
• Maintain appropriate materials, equipment, and resources
• Actively participates in trips and special activities that involve program schedules
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field with one year of experience providing at least one of the following: substance abuse prevention or treatment services, health promotion services, school services, human services, community organization- Experience may be cumulative
• Experience in group facilitation and public speaking
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office, knowledge of other software applications (e.g., desktop publishing, etc.…)
• Preferred knowledge of the substance abuse risk and protective factor model; the principles of human behavior modification; social work, counseling, substance misuse
• Associate Prevention Specialist Certification is required for this position after one (1) year employment
• Occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Works for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Flexibility and ability to work evenings and weekends if the Executive Director or Director of BHP deems it necessary to achieve the objectives of the program
• Work requires traveling using agency and/or personal vehicle- Mileage compensation is provided
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance required'

COSA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPROTUNITY EMPLOYER. MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED.

Prior to hire, employees are required to pass background and drug screens.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Montgomery, AL 36117 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Montgomery, AL 36117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,000