Lead Program Staff - School Year or Summer

TITLE:

Youth Development Professional (YDP) - School Year or Summer

REPORTS TO

Unit Director

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Youth Development Professional (YDP) is a program instructor that creates lesson plans and engaging programming for Club members with the supplies & curriculum provided by the Club. Clubs engage kids in a variety of areas, including STEM, arts, athletics, outdoor activities, and healthy lifestyle promotion. Ideally someone over 18 years old, the YDP must have a positive attitude, be a dependable team player, and be able to adapt to changes quickly. Some of the things to expect being part of our team: High energy activities Kids with lots of questions Spontaneous eruptions of laughter, or crying, or both! MANY moments of 'I can't believe that just happened.' Strong leg muscles from walking thousands of steps Field trips with groups of kids to the lake, water parks, museums, bison range, etc. Messy kid friendly experiments & art projects (think elephant toothpaste and slime!) Training in youth development, safety and trauma informed care Satisfaction of knowing that you made a positive difference in the life of a child

REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work well with children and participate in activities Must be willing to learn about the club's mission and youth strategies Must be able to relate to youth Must pass a background check & Pre employment Drug Screen (includes marijuana) If asked to drive the company vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and meet minimum age to drive the company vehicle. A background in teaching or working with youth is preferred Be a good role model for youth If not CPR and First Aid Certified, must obtain within the first 6 months of employment Availability, Monday-Friday both full and part-time between the hours of 7:45AM-6PM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Boys & Girls Club is a fast pace environment. You must be physically able to engage in games and activities that are children appropriate, some being outdoors. You must be able to lift 25 lbs. Physical demands may include bending, kneeling, twisting, standing, and extended use of arms and hands

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 all employees assigned to this job.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$12.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Application Question(s): Will you be able to pass a pre employment drug screen, including marijuana?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Polson, MT 59860: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person