Lead Youth Development Specialist

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Valley•Kingman, AZ

23h

About The Position

The Lead Youth Development Specialist works with Branch leadership and Youth Development Professionals to ensure high-quality programming and youth development practices are implemented throughout the Branch. Boys & Girls Clubs offers daily access to programs in five core areas—Character and Leadership Development; Education and Career Development; Health and Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness and Recreation—as well as specialized initiatives. Programs are designed to drive positive outcomes for youth and reinforce life skills. The Lead Youth Development Specialist assists with Branch program planning, program implementation, member program coordination, and supervision of programs and activities for youth and/or teens. This is a part-time position working approximately 15–25 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Paid training and orientation are required. Some travel is required between Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley branches, schools, and community sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
Obtain and maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s certifications within the first 90 days of employment.
Valid Arizona driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
Working knowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures.
Ability to participate in investigations.
Ability to support the physical property and assets of the Club.
Ability to manage small and large groups of youth in various settings.
Ability to implement effective individual behavior management.
Ability to maintain and cultivate strong member, family, and community relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Ability to interact effectively and communicate orally and in writing with youth, staff, volunteers, families, and community members.
Ability to establish learning objectives for programs and activities.
Knowledge of youth development service delivery.
Ability to articulate the case for giving, serve as an ambassador, build relationships, and promote philanthropy.
Ability to support volunteer efficiency and future workforce needs for volunteer program operations.
Direct youth programming experience.
Ability to earn and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

Nice To Haves

Six months of employment with BGCAZ (preferred).

Responsibilities

Use BGCAZ “Rules of Engagement” in day-to-day interactions with staff.
Facilitate programs and sessions, modeling group management, program instruction, and youth engagement practices to support healthy and safe program environments.
Assist Youth Development Specialists with program planning, including calendars and lesson plans, daily preparation, participant data collection, and practices to increase engagement.
Informally observe Youth Development Professionals and provide feedback and coaching, including coordinating shadowing and observation opportunities for new professionals.
Plan, promote, and conduct specialized events and programs, including leagues.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity.
Support and reflect the culture, mission, values, and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley.
May assist with the food program.
Perform other duties as assigned.