Bilingual Student Activities Counselor (English/Spanish)

25-40 Hours a week

The Position

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Bilingual Student Activities Counselor is a role model and mentor to Saint Joseph Ballet Students.  He/she facilitates student participation in the dance, academic, family service programs.  Since Saint Joseph Ballet is a non-profit and dependent upon donor generosity, the Bilingual Student Activities Counselor arranges for students’ partaking in donor events and sharing their stories with stakeholders.  It is important that the Bilingual Student Activities Counselor understands the interests of students and supports programs which recognize their talents and needs, and which leverage community resources and assets.   He/she will organize activities, field trips, career information opportunities, and camps.  He/she may provide and create activities reports and presentations and will represent the values of Saint Joseph Ballet at all times.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience and number of work hours per week. Saint Joseph Ballet offers comprehensive medical, dental benefits and opportunities to participate in the 403(B) Retirement Plan as well as a generous schedule for vacation, holidays, and personal leave.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Bilingual Student Activities Counselor has both oral and written fluency in English and Spanish, is able to warmly communicate with parents and the students.  He/she has a demonstrated ability in interpersonal relations and serving at-risk youth.  The Bilingual Student Activities Counselor is able to plan programs and implement them within the allocated budget, can motivate others to solve problems, and make quick decisions.  He/she respects and celebrates diversity and is a team player.  He/she is expected to perform a wide variety of tasks, be flexible, and take on responsibilities as requested by the directors for the good of the students and organization.

Essential Functions may include:

·         Manage the goals and activities of students to support and uphold the goals of the overall program and mission of Saint Joseph Ballet

·         Organize and manage youth programs which enhance educational opportunities for Saint Joseph Ballet students.  Programming includes but is not limited to field trips, summer camps, workshops and parties, special community events, and artistic experiences.

·         Be a student mentor and when appropriate bring student and/or student family concerns to the attention of the Program Director and Family Services Manager

·         Create and maintain attendance data for all students.  Work with faculty to develop a system for tracking attendance.  Report attendance quarterly.  Provide motivation for students to attend all classes

·         Ensure student supervision at all times.  Ensure student participation in events and performances.  When necessary, arrange transportation and chaperones

·         Track tuition payments of non-scholarship students

·         Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge of

• Youth development
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy and grace
• Microsoft Windows XP, Word, Access, Excel, Powerpoint
• Record keeping techniques and data base software
• Oral and written communications skills in English and Spanish
• Correct English and Spanish usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Skills

• Ability to creatively plan and implement programs serving at-risk youth
• Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to students
• Ability to organize and summarize material in a reporting format
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to keep and maintain confidential information
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective  course of action
• Proof read and edit written materials
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Meet schedules and time lines
• Work independently with little direction
• Understand and follow oral and written directions

Education and Experience

At a minimum, A four year college or university degree or equivalent in one of the following:  Psychology, Education, Child or Adolescent Development, Social Work, or School Counseling.  A dance, theatre, music, or art major with a minor in one of the above is acceptable.  After school program experience is a plus.

Licenses, Certificates and Other Requirements

Valid California Driver’s License

Position will require fingerprinting and a background check

Working Conditions

After-school dance program environment.  Position requires evening and weekend work and may require week-long chaperoning at summer camp(s)

Physical Requirements

May require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.  Must speak in a clear and understandable voice.

Language Proficiency

Bilingual Spanish/English a requirement

Application Process

Please submit: 

• Letter of interest illustrating a career path leading to the Bilingual Student Activities Counselor Position
• Resume
• 3 References 

Please email to:

Kirk Andrews

Program Director

[email protected]