LINK Assistant - Children's Services

Allen County Public Library • Fort Wayne, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a summer job that truly makes a difference? The Allen County Public Library is hiring a LINK Assistant to support our LINK program by helping serve free lunches and snacks to children and families in our community. Through a partnership with Fort Wayne Community Schools, this role plays a vital behind-the-scenes and front-line role in ensuring meals are served accurately, safely, and with care. If you're detail-oriented, dependable, and enjoy supporting meaningful work with kids, this could be a great summer opportunity. LINK programming is about more than meals - it's about dignity, connection, and creating safe, supportive spaces for children and families. As part of the Allen County Public Library, you'll be joining a team that values accuracy, care, and community impact. Ready to make a difference this summer? Apply today!

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures
• Comfortable handling routine, documentation, and tracking counts
• Kind, empathetic, and respectful toward children and families from diverse and lower socioeconomic backgrounds
• Reliable, organized, and able to work consistently in a structured environment
• Enjoys working with youth and supporting a team-focused program

Responsibilities

• Serve free lunches and snacks to children and teens (up to age 18)
• Carefully follow food service guidelines provided by Fort Wayne Community Schools and the USDA
• Accurately track meal counts, participation statistics, and required documentation
• Support the LINK Programmer during after-lunch activities and programs
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all participants
• Interact positively with children and families while ensuring program expectations are met
• Clean up the room after lunch and snack

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed