Cap Security- Spencer Technology Academy

About Our Organization: At Youth Guidance, we believe that no matter what challenges a young person faces, they are more likely to succeed when they have caring adults in their lives. Our highly-trained staff guides kids to overcome the life and academic challenges facing the youth. We meet kids where they are — physically and emotionally — to help them focus on their education, make positive choices, and remain on the right path toward life success. Founded in 1924 today Youth Guidance is a leading provider of outcomes-driven programs serving more than 8,500 youth while touching the lives of more than 14,000 youth, parents, teachers, and community members. We are currently hiring Part-time for the following school: Spencer Technology Academy 214 North LaVergne Chicago, IL 60644 The Great Things You Will Do! Provide safety and security support to programs and staff and for the policies and procedures of the program site. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: • Monitor front desk • Log visitors and permit entry • Facilitate drop-off and pick-up of students • Serve as first point of contact for parents • Patrol access points during program operation • Obtain help and provide emergency assistance when necessary • Prevent conflict with support from instructional staff • Maintain high visibility during program operation • Document unusual occurrences • Field telephone calls as needed • Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience/Training • Must have High school diploma or GED. • Must have experience working in/providing support within an urban school settings. • Strong general knowledge of the population of students at risk and experience with passion for successful intervention strategies of these students. Skills/Abilities • Ability to understand and interpret the policies, procedures, and general organizational structure of Chicago Public Schools. • Excellent verbal communication skills. • Proficient written communication skills Core Competencies • Communication:Able to use effective written and oral communication with internal and external audiences and stakeholders; demonstrates empathy and listening • Client orientation:Can recognize needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation to ultimately maximize impact • Equity mindset:Understands and is committed to goals of equity; consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace • Growth mindset:Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills, even if change is required; Demonstrated ability to be solutions-focused, self-reflective, and dedicated the continuous improvement of service quality • Ownership and quality of work:Effectively manages own work and work of teams ensuring delivery of high-quality work. Proven ability to be innovative and a self- starter • Supervisory skills: effectively manages and develops others • Mission driven:demonstrates commitment to the mission of the organization as whole and alignment with organizational values Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions • Able to lift up to 25 • Mobility to perform filing Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • This job operates in a professional office environment, school setting, and working with the public. • Occasional local travel Benefits Benefits for part-time employees include paid leave, paid sick leave, 401k plan (after qualifications are met), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), training, and professional development. You may also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Our Values At Youth Guidance, we believe that creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected is fundamental to realizing our vision of bright and successful futures for all young people.We acknowledge that many systems and institutions intended to support youth do not provide fair treatment or access for everyone.We strive to celebrate the unique qualities of youth and recognize them as empowered leaders, problem-solvers, and experts of their own experiences. Youth Guidance is an equal opportunity employer. Youth Guidance does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.