Youth Program Ambassador

Responsibilties

Promote Youth Programs: Actively engage with schools, community organizations, and youth networks to raise awareness about Step’s Foundation’s programs. Utilize various communication channels to promote its benefits, encourage participation, and attract potential applicants.
Recruitment and Selection: Collaborate with the program team to select a diverse group of participants who align with the program's goals and values.
Program Support: Serve as a mentor and guide for program participants, offering support and advice as needed. Help create a safe and inclusive environment where participants feel comfortable expressing their ideas and collaborating with their peers. Assist in organizing program activities, workshops, and events.
Communication and Outreach: Act as a liaison between program participants, their families, and the organization. Maintain regular communication to provide updates, share relevant resources, and address any concerns. Actively engage with program alumni, fostering a sense of community and encouraging their continued involvement.
Impact Assessment: Collaborate with the program team to collect feedback from participants and evaluate the program's effectiveness. Contribute to the development of strategies for continuous improvement and enhancement of the program's impact.

Step’s Foundation Inc will utilize a variety of methods to focus on topics that affect youth throughout our community such as drug and alcohol education, antibullying campaigns, suicide prevention, gun violence, and mental health.
Create public service announcements to coincide with some of the above-mentioned campaigns.
There will be some leadership activities that will provide hands-on leadership development and training.
Service events – youth ambassadors will participate in various events held by Step’s Foundation and some of our community partners, which will provide assistance and give back to the community (ex; toy drives, food drives, parades, ceremonies, back-to-school drives, resource fairs, mental health fairs, etc)
Help create video footage of activities, events, conferences, and workshops to go on social media to promote Step’s Foundations programs and initiatives.

Attend Program Ambassador Orientation
Attend at least 2 Board Meetings per calendar year (held on the 2nd Thursday at 7:30pm)
Attend Youth Program Ambassador meetings 1st Friday at 6pm every month
Must participate in projects, sub-committees, community events, and/or meetings upon request
- We send out communication in advance for events and ambassadors will need to sign up in advance
Be prepared to educate your peers on Step’s Foundation Inc’s programs
Show proper respect and exhibit orderly conduct at all meetings and events
Establish goals, work plans, and budgets to help address youth concerns in the community
Provide and research resources for youth-oriented programs and projects
Promote public awareness of the strengths and abilities of Steps Foundation’s Programs
Connect teens and families to services
Coordinate with local, state, and national youth organizations as necessary
Assist with the planning of youth activities