Youth Mentor (Midvale)

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By Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake 8/31/2026

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JOB SUMMARY:

Youth Development Professionals (YDP) facilitate fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities for youth or teens from diverse backgrounds. Using our three priority outcomes­ - academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles - as a guide, Youth Development Professionals run programs, offer support, and ensure that every Club Member has an Optimal Club Experience that sets them up for lifelong success.

Successful YDPs have a passion for serving others and contributing to the well-being of the community at large. Youth Development Professionals have the ability to connect with young people and offer supportive relationships. They are team players willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that Club Members are safe, recognized, and given the opportunity to learn new skills.

The Perks!

Monday-Friday work schedule, no late nights or weekends required, great for student/work/life balance

PTO/Floating Holidays available after the first 90 days of employment

Paid day off for your birthday - because YDPs should have some fun too!

Professional development- mentorship with industry leaders and organization-wide training

Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Plan and implement daily group activities with youth ages 6-12

Transport youth in Club vehicles (school pick-ups, fieldtrips, etc.)

Ensure engagement and promote consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities

Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and role modeling to support their leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement, and academic progress

Provide active supervision, continually interacting with all members

Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets, and other paperwork responsibilities

Plan special events, such as guest speakers, performances, or field trips

Abide by and carry out safety policies and procedures

Attend local trainings

Needed Knowledge:

Ability to work in high-energy, loud, and active settings with large groups of youth and teens

Ability to prioritize tasks and accomplish them in a detailed, timely manner

Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with Club Members, peers, parents, community leaders, etc.

Self-motivated, and comfortable with both independent and collaborative processes

Strong group management skills

Requirements:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

21 years and over (to meet driving requirements), and be willing and able to drive 15-passenger vans

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, MVR check, and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual Spanish/English

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