Job Title:

Youth Development Professional Location:

Oak Harbor Boys & Girls Club Reports To:

Unit Director Job Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County (BGCSC) is a non-profit organization providing young people ages five (5) to eighteen (18) with a safe and positive place to spend their time before and after school and during the summer. Clubs are strategically located in neighborhoods and are accessible to all kids. Under the supervision of the Unit Director, the Youth Development Professional is responsible for supporting and implementing a variety of quality programs and activities that lead to three (3) priority outcomes for youth: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship. Youth Development Professionals work with youth to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills. Job Duties Assists Program Director in planning and implementing activities for the members that provides a sense of belonging Assists with managing program supplies and equipment Engages in physical activities such as sports, S.T.E.M, and arts and crafts Supervises the youth independently in regulation of WA State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and Boys & Girls Club of America standard Participate in active and engaged supervision for all members Prepares snacks for members using while practicing food safety Support member's behavior using social emotional learning and trauma-informed practices Work with a variety of youth from various backgrounds Support membership enrollment Ensure youth are safe and engaged in activities, including all safety requirements for Boys & Girls Club such as the BGCSC Policies for Protection of the Youth Create positive and supportive relationship with youth Actively practice and participate BGCSC Cultural DNA guidelines Maintains organization and cleanliness of club, including but not limited to, all activity spaces, washing dishes, taking out trash, and organization of youth's belongings Maintain proper upkeep of equipment and supplies Completes and maintains training and professional development as required Other duties as assigned by Unit Director Job Qualifications Sixteen (16) years of age or older, eighteen (18) preferred for DCYF supervision requirements Highschool Diploma, GED, or actively enrolled preferred Ability to remain positive and organized in a fast-paced work environment Ability to incorporate organizational values fun, respect, integrity, community, and acceptance into all practices Prior experience working with youth or background in youth development preferred Flexibility to work different hours based on seasonal and operational needs Ability to pass a drug test upon hire Ability to pass a background check in accordance with BGCSC standards and meet all state licensing requirements upon hire Ability to motivate youth and support positive behavior guidance CPR/First Aid/AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to perform tasks requiring fine motor skills, including use of hands and fingers, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to use fine motor movements with or without reasonable accommodation Ability to walk or stand constantly with or without reasonable accommodation Benefits Offered to BGCSC Employees Medical, dental and vision insurance (Full-time employees) Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability insurance (Full-time employees) Employee-paid supplemental life and AD&D insurance coverage options for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children (Full-time employees) Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Plan benefits (Full-time employees) Paid Holidays (Full-time employees) Paid Vacation (Full-time employees) Paid Sick Leave (Full-time and part-time employees) Employee Discount Plan (Full-time employees) Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County membership for eligible dependents aged 5-12. (Full-time and part-time employees) Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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