Youth Development Professional

Youth Development Professional 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 2141 Shepard Patrick Road, Spencer, IN 47460 $14 an hour - Part-time Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington 7 reviews $14 an hour - Part-time The Youth Development Professional (YDP) is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and activities, including programs that focus on academic achievement, healthy lifestyles and good character and citizenship. The YDP ensures a high level of participation in positive youth development programs. The YDP works under the direction of the Program Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assist with tracking daily attendance, checking in members and other applicable program administrative duties. Prepare information for reporting purposes when necessary. Prepare daily material and supplies for all programs. Manage inventory of supplies. Encourage a positive environment for members to learn, interact, and grow. Assist with clean-up and organization of all program areas. Build positive relationships with youth, volunteers, parents, schools, and community. Report to the Program Director. Assume other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1 or more year's program management experience is required. Higher education enrollment/degree preferred. Individuals must be knowledgeable of youth development practices.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, self-direction and creativity. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills. Exhibits professionalism. Maintains excellent working relationships with staff, volunteers and public. Must be able to demonstrate ability to work with people from diverse racial/cultural/socioeconomic backgrounds.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to perform gross and fine motor activities required for typing, writing, simple manipulations such as telephone buttons, computer keyboards, fax machine buttons, etc. 2. Ability to work in a professional environment and positively represent organization under various levels of stress. Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize effectively. Visual acuity for accurate reading, typing, filing and use of computer screen. 5. Ability to work at a rapid pace and where frequent interruptions and changes in plans or deadlines may occur. Hearing is needed for purposes of business related phone communications, public broadcasts, answering incoming phone calls, etc. Ability to lift and carry 15 to 50 pounds for office supplies, audio equipment, and other items needed for the preparation and takedown of special events. Ability to operate a safe mode of transportation for publicity functions/events, transportation of supplies, and meetings. Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, squat for filing and retrieval of stored files and supplies.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$14.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person