Description

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.


Youth Activity Aide

US-TX-Corpus Christi

Job ID: 2025-6906
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Refugee Resettlement Shelters
Upbring

Overview

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.  Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

 

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

 

Your Mission in Action

The Youth Activity Aide is responsible for implementing and maintaining an ongoing activities program and points program for the UC. This position collaborates with internal departments and external individuals to coordinate, schedule, and facilitate recreational activities on and off-site. In addition, the Youth Activity Aide will be tasked with submitting orders for necessary supplies, including clothing, ensuring that all required materials are available for activities. The role also includes planning and coordinating outings for the UC, ensuring that all logistical aspects, including transportation and permissions, are effectively managed. 

Responsibilities

• Design and implement age-appropriate activities for the UC, both on and off-campus 
• Supervise residents during activities and maintain a safe, orderly environment 
• Manage purchasing transactions, oversee inventory, and maintain and organize recreational supplies, including materials, equipment, clothing, and other resources 
• Collaborate with Shelter Unit Manager and staff to ensure program goals are met and residents receive quality care 
• Coordinate and schedule activities, ensuring clear communication of guidelines and directions 
• Document resident progress and behavior for monthly and quarterly reports 
• Encourage and reinforce positive behaviors in residents, offering rewards and incentives, including the use of the point store to support money management skills 
• Develop extra activities for residents with intense needs and teach money management through the point store 
• Attend meetings and training, maintaining the required training hours per licensing and ORR standards 
• Foster strong relationships with management, staff, residents, families, and community partners to enhance program effectiveness 
• Must assist in the evacuation of UC as needed due to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen occurrences 
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent 
• Must be at least 21 years of age 
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a social or recreational program 
• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain an excellent driving record 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, based on service population and area 
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing 
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socio-economic characteristics of the service population 
• Ability to establish respectful relationships with UCs and work independently with limited supervision 
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and/or service providers or professionals 

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Social Work, Social Services, Human Services, Psychology, Special Education, or closely related field 
• Three (3) years' relevant experience in a social or recreational program  

Travel

• This position may require travel as needed.

Perks at Upbring 

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more 
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Discounted Gym Memberships 

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time 
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children 
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are areas where children reside 
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 125 lbs.  
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The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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