Youth Development Specialist
Quick answer
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana is hiring a full-time, entry-level Youth Development Specialist in Schererville, IN, paying $24.36/hr, to oversee and lead troop sessions with girls in grades K-12 during virtual, day, and after-school programming.
- Role
- Youth Development Specialist
- Organization
- Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
- Location
- Schererville, IN
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $24.36/hr
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Youth Development Specialist role at Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana involves overseeing and leading troop sessions with girls in grades K-12 during virtual, day, and after-school programming, with a focus on STEAM, financial literacy, and life skills.
What you'll do
- Provide a safe and fun environment for programming at all times
- Deliver programming in relation to STEAM, financial literacy, and life skills in an engaging, consistent, and structured manner
- Use trauma lens and SEL tools to assess girls' behavior and program environment effectively and appropriately to support girls' emotional needs
- Work collaboratively with program volunteers while maintaining primary responsibility for program effectiveness
- Attend community events, trainings, and meetings
- Maintains records for each site (attendance, troop and girl information via Dashboard), and following Girl Scouts procedures
What it takes
- Bilingual in Spanish, preferred
- High School diploma or equivalent degree required; experience in education, psychology, youth development, or program delivery preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Minimum 1-3 years’ experience and a demonstrated track record in program facilitation for young people, operational procedures, and program’s compliance with grant requirements
- 1-3 years of youth development experience in out-of-school or classroom settings
- Highly organized and demonstrated hands on experience with proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, dental, vision, and supplementary insurances; vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and mental wellness paid time off; casual work environment with the option to work remotely if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Schererville, IN.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $24.36/hr.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in education or youth development, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
How do I apply?
To apply, you need to submit your resume, volunteer activities, and contact information for 2-3 references. The application can be submitted online through the provided link.
How to apply
Apply directly on Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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