Youth Development Staff

About us Boys and Girls Club of Pekin is a customer-centric, fast-paced, and rewarding agency. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens..

Our work environment includes:

Casual work attire On-the-job training Lively atmosphere

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for the delivery of programs for youth in one or more areas of the Core Program structure of the Boys & Girls Club, including Character & Leadership Development; Education & Career Development; Health & Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness, & Recreation. Assist with overall supervision of Club members and participate in the creation of a safe, positive, engaging, and team-oriented Club atmosphere.

KEY ROLES

(Essential Job Responsibilities): Prepare Youth for Success 1. Implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes for youth:

• Support organizational goals and mission through program delivery and team participation with staff and volunteers.
• Help oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.

Program Implementation 1. Support and maintain Club program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members. Participate actively in trainings that promote understanding of youth development, standards of program philosophy and delivery. Help ensure that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition. 2. Participate in the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis to ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address gender and cultural diversity issues.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary. 2. May oversee supervision for special events. 3. May consult with parents/guardians concerning member attendance, behavior, or opportunities, etc.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.

External:

Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, member's parent/guardians, and others to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Experience in working with youth. Creativity, enthusiasm and strong initiative skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to perform broad ranging physical responsibilities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted setting. Ability to lift and carry objects up to fifty pounds as needed. Reliable transportation required.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person