Part Time Lab Assistant CSI & FSI

General Function

What is CPCC Services Corporation – Youth Central:

Services Corporation is a 501(c)3 organization within Central Piedmont which supports the college’s vision, mission, educational and financial goals through innovative businesses and services.

Youth Central is a small, diverse team dedicated to providing fun and engaging enrichment programs for 4th–12th graders while introducing them to the college environment at Central Piedmont.

General Function:

The Lab Assistant supports the delivery of youth enrichment programs during the Fall, Spring, &/or Summer session. This position assists instructors with classroom activities, helps facilitate a safe and engaging learning environment, and provides general administrative and operational support to ensure program success. Assistant is asked to come in the Friday before the first week to meet the instructor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage students in a fun and positive manner
• Assists with administrative preparation of camps
• Organize student information and maintain accurate records for each camp session
• Track dietary restrictions and allergies to ensure safety
• Keep inventory of materials and supplies and clearly communicate the need for additional purchases
• Model professionalism and accountability by adhering to the dress code and college policies
• Responsibility and supervision of students during drop-off, pick-up, and classroom/camp time
• Willing and able to multi-task, be timely, and resolve conflicts as they arise
• At ease with communicating with students, parents/caregivers, and faculty/staff in a professional manner
• Required to complete the college’s ongoing compliance training in a timely manner
• Report any notable concerns or incidents to the Assistant Director or Executive Director respectively.
• Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; must be 18 years of age or older
• Strong organization, planning and communication skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to be committed to working scheduled camps
• Dependable, approachable, patient, and sensitive to the needs of a diverse group of students
• Ability to travel to Central Piedmont campuses with reliable transportation
• Must be willing to conduct a background check
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth and families from diverse and cultural backgrounds either in a similar or related capacity
• CPR/Basic First Aid certification a plus

Additional Information

Working Days: Monday - Thursday

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

• Must be able to work on the assigned camp dates and times
• Ability to work well with individuals with diverse backgrounds and ages
• Excellent verbal skills, including public speaking and written communication.
• Highly positive attitude and strong work ethics.
• Ability to multitask, be persistent, and resolve conflicts as they arise.
• Comfort and ability to communicate with parents/caregivers and other supports in young people’s lives.

Working Conditions:

Typical office/classroom/camp environment; frequently lifting and carrying items up to 50 lbs.; frequently twisting or bending at the waist or reaching overhead; potential traveling between buildings on campus or to other campuses; infrequently sitting at a desk or workstation using a computer display, keyboard, mouse and telephone.