Junior Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Flandreau, SD

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About The Position

The Junior Youth Development Professional is responsible for implementing the 5 key elements of positive youth development in their daily interactions with youth. The Junior Staff will be responsible for the supervision of the youth and the program areas specifically assigned. All employees of the Boys & Girls Club will be expected to uphold the mission of the Club.

Requirements

• Current Boys & Girls Club Member
• Commitment to working four days a week
• Commitment to make class schedule for upcoming semester meet the scheduling needs of the Boys & Girls Club (if applicable)
• Commitment to working at the Club during the summer
• Must be able to work within the school year operating hours of the Club
• Must be able to work within the summer operating hours of the Club
• Must be able to understand, implement, and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.
• Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, etc. at the Club to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time throughout a shift
• Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.

Responsibilities

• Implement the 5 Key Elements for Positive Youth Development.
• Exhibit the Club Values of excellence, impact driven, teamwork, and good character.
• Ensure all program activities are being conducted according to the Club’s policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the safety and security of the youth in the facility.
• Attend 100% of monthly all staff meetings, biweekly one-on-one meetings and biweekly team meetings.
• Assist your supervisor in creating trimester performance plan goals and accomplishing them by the end of each trimester.
• Provide daily feedback to supervisor on how the day went and how programs and the space can improve.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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