Domestic Violence Afterschool Youth Group Leader

Position

Domestic Violence After school Youth Group Leader

Salary: $16.67 per hour

Hours/Week: 20-26.5 hours/week – Potential for Full-Time hours during Summer

After school Coordinator

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Posted date: 11/10/2025

Internal Job Code: CS-AS-YGL2

YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope since 1906. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women – all women – will lead to stronger families and communities. YWCA Utah is Utah’s most comprehensive provider of family violence services, offering walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children’s programs, and a wide range of supportive services.

The YWCA also provides a nationally accredited childcare and early education center, leadership opportunities for women, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life.

The mission of YWCA Utah is to empower women, eliminate racism, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

In addition to being part of an organization dedicated to eliminating racism, benefits of working at YWCA include:

• Paid parental leave (six weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Generous vacation, sick, and bereavement time (amount accrued varies based on hours/week)
• Health and dental insurance eligibility for employees, partners, and dependents
• 11 paid holidays
• Employer retirement contribution of up to 10.5% of gross annual salary when eligible
• Professional development with internal and external training opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program providing counseling options to employees, partners, and dependents

The After school Youth Group Leader creates a safe, energetic, and welcoming space where young people can learn, connect, and be themselves after the school day ends. This role blends creativity and structure—leading engaging activities, supporting homework time, and fostering positive relationships that help youth build confidence and life skills. The Youth Group Leader serves as a trusted mentor and role model, helping participants navigate challenges and celebrate their strengths.

If you believe fun and impact can go hand in hand, this role offers the chance to make a real difference every day.

During the school year, this position is scheduled for 20-26.5 hours per week, typically Monday–Thursday, 12:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., and Friday, 11:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Additional hours may be available during summer break, up to full-time (36 hours per week).

• Assist the After school Coordinator with planning and managing the daily activities and behavioral management for the after school and summer program.
• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule or programming that supports educational, emotional and social goals.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages participation and personal growth.
• Assign, monitor, and reinforce individualized behavior goals for each participant.
• Support positive behavior through strength-based coaching and restorative practices.
• Model trauma-informed care practices, creating emotionally and physically safe spaces for all participants.
• Assist in the distribution and collection of enrollment materials and daily attendance. Input participant information into the database.
• Report to After school Coordinator or the Director of DV Children’s Services any parent or child concerns or complaints, suspicions of child abuse/neglect, extreme acting behaviors, health and safety concerns, or other individual or group concerns.
• Ensure the cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of facility according to health and hygiene standards, including the toileting area, toys, computers, and food service/preparation area.
• Respond appropriately to crises, incidents, and conflicts, following YWCA Utah policies and procedures.
• Assist the After school Coordinator with facilitating school transitions for families residing at the YWCA by coordinating registration, securing Release of Information (ROI) forms, collaborating with the McKinney-Vento Specialist on transportation and attendance plans, and organizing…