Youth Development Professional

Location- 162 L H S Dr, Blackey, KY 41804 Second Position will Occasionally sub at - Location 3125 S State Hwy 931, Whitesburg, KY 41858 GREAT

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Appalachia is looking for energetic, hard-working, and reliable people for a variety of positions at the Hazard Boys and Girls club. If you are looking for a rewarding career that will offer competitive pay and benefits while allowing you to change young lives, consider working at the Boys & Girls Club. We are seeking to hire positive people with a strong moral compass who want to create change in their community.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Program Aide / Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises members, and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.

KEY ROLES

(Essential Job Responsibilities): Prepare Youth for Success Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of

Youth Development Outcomes:

promote and stimulate program participation; register new members and participate in their club orientation process; provide guidance and role modeling to members. Program Development and Implementation Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for drop-in members and visitors. Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure the safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports. Supervision 4. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. May participate in special programs and/or events. 2. May be required to drive a Club van.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

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

External:

Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

High School diploma or GED. Experience in working with children. Knowledge of youth development. Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. Ability to deal with the general public. Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth. Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment. Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. Valid State Driver's License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities or working conditions that are required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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. Applicants should have an associate degree (minimum) or comparable experience working with youth. Pay is dependent on education and experience. Please submit your resume and the names of three references. No phone calls, please.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person