Organization Summary

‍We use CREATIVITY to break the cycle of trauma. Million Little provides therapeutic and creative arts programs and services that are rooted in the strengths-based model for youth in underserved and at-risk environments as a powerful tool for personal and social transformation, healing, and resilience.

‍To Apply

‍Please email a cover letter and resume (Microsoft Word or PDF) along with a creative portfolio (optional) to career@millionlittle.com

‍Position Overview

‍Youth Program Facilitator at Million Little is responsible for assisting and facilitating Million Little’s intervention and re-entry programs inside the juvenile detention/correctional facilities and community based social services agencies. This position reports to the Executive Director. Million Little is a small nonprofit organization; as a result, it is a unique opportunity for all staff members to become part of the core team that actualizes the organization’s mission and goals together.

‍Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate our strengths based healing arts programs
• Prepare and pack art supplies, materials, and digital equipment for each program session
• Work closely with the team to assist and revise program sessions based on interests and needs of the students
• Develop and revise our leadership program curriculum as need
• Provide 1-on-1 mentoring for youth
• Identify and facilitate access to additional opportunities and resources for the youth
• Engage in outreach activities and organize social gatherings for program participants
• Create notes, required documents after each program session in a timely manner
• Prepare quarterly assessments
• Sustain and model a strong commitment to program objectives
• Collaborate with youth and lead them in expressing and creating authentic expressions based on youth’s ideas and interests
• Cultivate culturally relevant and safe learning environments for all participants  Create social media contents to engage and uplift voices of the community
• Write program stories
• Participate in staff training and attend staff meetings as needed
• Other duties as assigned

‍Job Qualifications and Experience

• ‍‍Experienced working with youth ages 14-25 and knowledgeable of the principles of Positive Youth Development; demonstrated ability in engaging youth and facilitating youth group(s)
• Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, especially youth from historically under-represented and under-resourced communities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong organizational, detail and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, energetic, flexible and the ability to work in a small team environment
• Believes in the strengths-based model for youth development and truly passionate about utilizing creativity for empowerment and the population Million Little serves
• Strong commitment for social change through the arts
• Additional assets include persistence, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize, and keen observation skills
• Minimum 1 year of experience with youth development work

Additional Skills

• ‍‍Experienced in using Procreate, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Canva, and/or Logic Pro is a plus
• Experienced in digital production, filming, video editing, photography, graphic design, and/or other forms of arts is a plus
• Experienced in working with system impacted/engaged youth is a plus  
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

‍Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• ‍‍Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds, move materials (clay, paints, equipment, etc) on carts around program sites
• Must be flexible working in a fast-paced, non-profit environment and open to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
• Must be willing to travel and have reliable transportation required to work at > Million Little partner sites across Los Angeles County (minimum 3 times a week) and come in to the Million Little office in Valencia, CA 91355 (Monday through Friday)

‍If offered position

• Must obtain and clear a background check (Live Scan)Must provide a proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• May require to provide First Aid/CPR certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• May require a certification of negative TB status

‍Hours & Compensation Range

• ‍‍Full Time, 30+ hours per week
• $20-$24/hour

‍Start Date

• ‍‍Resumes and portfolios will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.‍‍‍