Student Employment: Boys and Girls Club Youth Development Professional Wallingford - AY 26/27

Quinnipiac University • Hamden, CT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a student employment position at the Boys and Girls Club in Wallingford for the AY 26/27 academic year, funded through Federal Work-Study. The role involves actively overseeing a group of youth, assisting with academic support, developing and delivering enrichment programs, providing mentorship, managing behavior, communicating with staff, and ensuring safety and compliance with all guidelines and regulations. The position requires participation in all necessary training and certifications.

Requirements

• Experience working with youth in an afterschool program, summer camp or similar environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with youth from diverse backgrounds and foster positive relationships.
• A genuine passion for youth development and a commitment to making a positive impact on young lives.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and neatness in assigned tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-orientated environment.

Nice To Haves

• First Aid and CPR Certification is preferred with a willingness to obtain if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Take a proactive approach in overseeing your group, anticipating and addressing potential concerns to ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment that fosters personal growth and development.
• Assist students with homework, projects, and academic challenges, offering guidance and encouragement to support educational success including implementing a reward system to recognize and celebrate academic achievements, promoting a positive and motivating environment.
• Work collaboratively with the team to develop, coordinate and deliver a diverse range of youth development programs and special events, utilizing Boys & Girls Clubs of America resources to enrich programming, active participation and reinforce the Club’s dedication to empowering youth through social/emotional learning, fine and performing arts and physical recreation and fitness. Integration of video games is encouraged to enhance problem-solving, teamwork and overall digital literacy and safety.
• Build meaningful connections with youth members, serving as a positive role model and providing emotional support and mentorship.
• Apply effective strategies to maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive environment. Use strategic approaches to de-escalate situations through positive reinforcement, active listening, and conflict resolution techniques. Address behavioral concerns with care and understanding, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth and accountability.
• Maintain regular communication with Club staff to provide updates on students' progress and address any concerns or questions.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all participants. Maintain accurate attendance records and follow proper check-in/check-out procedures and be well versed in safety protocols and emergency response procedures. Equipping youth with the knowledge and skills to navigate technology safely and responsibly and evaluate on-line information critically.
• Participate in all required training and certifications to ensure adherence to Boys & Girls Clubs standards and state regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed