Support Specialist

Cook Inlet Tribal Council


COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title:   Support Specialist 

Department:    Youth Education (YE) 

Reports To:    Program Manager 

Supervises:    None 

FLSA Status:    Non-exempt 

Pay Grade:        N2 

Job Type:    On-Call 

AKBCU:    No   ICPA: Yes 

General Functions:   

This position will be responsible for assisting the Camp Lead(s) in creating a positive learning environment and assisting the participants during the STEM, language, and cultural camp activities.  This position will work with a small group of students to do multiple activities, aid with location set-up and tear-down, facilitate indoor and outdoor activities, interact with families, and supervise youth while in attendance at the camps. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Assist Camp Lead in instruction and supportive services. 

  • Work with small groups of youth during camp activities. 

  • Prepare camp materials under the direction of the camp lead(s). 

  • Assist with classroom management. 

  • Assist with students with disabilities.  

  • Communicate effectively with parents, students, staff, and community members. 

  • Conduct parent involvement activities. 

  • Supervise and assist students during lunch, field trips, and camp activities. 

  • Maintain a safe environment for students.  

  • Promptly report any accidents, destruction of property, or abusive behavior. 

  • Adhere to all CITC policies and regulations. 

  • Reflect a high degree of sensitivity regarding confidential information. 

  • Perform all other duties as needed and assigned. 

Job Specifications: 

  • Strong organizational and leadership skills.  

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and well with a team. 

  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities.  

  • Strong problem- solving skills. 

  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the social, educational, training and cultural needs of the Alaska Native/American Indian community. 

Minimum Core Competencies: CITC Values, Respectful Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Communication Skills.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or GED. 

  • Continued employment is contingent upon a receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience working with youth and/or camp experience. 

  • Valid Alaska driver’s license and insurable under CITC’s automotive insurance, which requires a driver to be at least 21 years of age and have had a driver’s license for at least three years. 

Anchorage, AK

2 day(s) ago