Nonprofit
Published 10/3/25 11:24AM

Program Coordinator - Youth Leadership & Development

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Part time (10-30 hrs/wk)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of 10 hours per wk
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Orientation and Training

    Description

    Program Coordinator - Youth Leadership & Development

    Key Responsibilities: * Plan and oversee specific YLD programs. Work with youth participants. Convey the purposes and services of a program to the user population and the impact that program or service would have * Document activities, service plans, and results in an effective manner while strictly adhering to the policies and procedures in place * Work collaboratively and effectively within a team * Establish positive, supportive relationships with participants and provide feedback * Help participants in utilizing resources, including scheduling appointments, and assisting with completion of applications for programs for which they may be eligible * Assist participants in accessing youth related services * Facilitate communication and coordinate services between providers * Motivate participants to be active, engaged participants in their health * Effectively work with people (staff, clients, doctors, agencies, etc) from diverse backgrounds in reducing cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions * Build and maintain positive working relationships with the participants, educators, case managers, agency representatives, supervisors and office staff

    The preferred candidate will live/work in the Chicagoland area.

    Private Group Details:

    • Group Size Range: 1 - 10
    • Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park)
    • Event can be held at organization location(s)
    • Event can be held virtually
    • No Donation
    • Donations

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
    Associated Location

    Event Site

    Chicago, IL, USA

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