PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Youth Development Professional has the primary responsibility to assist the Site Director in overall Club/Site operation as it pertains to programming, including the areas of program planning, equipment & room maintenance; volunteer & member recruitment; community partnership cultivation; member supervision.

KEY ROLES

(Essential Job Responsibilities): Plan and lead a variety of activities within a specific program area, such as Academic Success, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor/Environment and Physical Education. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of positive youth development. Participate as an active, positive team member with supervisor, other staff, volunteers and members at all times by communicating effectively. Complete program planners in a timely manner including new, fun and inviting programs. Participate in mandatory training along with staff development on a regular basis. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings. Plan and lead special programs and/or events at site. Responsible for care and maintenance of program equipment, supplies and facility including daily clean up and proper use. Assist Site Director in member recruitment & supervision as it pertains to the age group assigned. Participate in special event & field trip implementation. Responsible for site policy adherence. Other duties as deemed necessary per site location.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Ability to relate well with children in the Boys & Girls Club group environment. Ability to be flexible, adaptable and mobile when supervising groups of children.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision. Effectively communicate with staff and with children of all ages. Basic computing skills in standard office software (Word, Excel, Outlook) Fun, energetic, ready to have fun and learn with kids!

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE

Experience:

Must be 15 years of age; one to three months of experience working with children preferred

FUNDAMENTAL RELATIONSHIPS

Maintains close, daily contact with Club members and supervisor to receive/provide information,discuss issues and explain guidelines/ instructions. Maintains positive relations with school personnel the general public and member families at all times.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Visual:

Normal acuity required daily for making color distinction, depth of sight, 2 hours

Communication:

Able to express thoughts and ideas in an accurate and understandable manner through verbal and written format with internal and external contacts 3 hours per day

Movement:

Ability to maneuver within work site 4-5 hours per day

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing/Carrying:

Able to comfortably move and manipulate up to 25 lbs of weight up to 4 hours per day

Finger Dexterity:

Have hand movement and finger dexterity to operate office equipment such as computer, fax, phone, copier up to 1 hour a day

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person