Summer Service & Leadership – Program Specialist
About The Position
The Summer Service & Leadership Youth Development Professional plans, implements, and supervises programs that promote leadership skills, positive behavior, anti-bullying practices, cultural awareness, and community engagement. This role helps youth build confidence, empathy, and responsibility while supporting our priority outcome areas of Good Character & Citizenship, Healthy Lifestyles, and Academic Success. Youth Development Professionals will work within a Boys & Girls Club serving up to 100 youth (ages 6–18) daily and will lead groups of 5–20 members at a time through engaging discussions, activities, and service-learning projects.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED & currently working to complete a two or four-year degree
- Experience working with children
- Passion for leadership development, service, and mentoring youth
- Ability to lead discussions and activities around character and teamwork
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
- Knowledge of youth development
- Valid State Driver’s License
- Candidates must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check & Drug Test
Responsibilities
- Inspire leadership, kindness, and respect
- Build supportive relationships
- Recognize youth and their accomplishments
- Deliver meaningful opportunities and expectations
- Always uphold safety
- Create a welcoming and inclusive program space
- Creating and leading engaging and educational activities for club members.
- Building supportive and positive relationships with youth, serving as a role model and providing guidance.
- Developing partnerships with local organizations and businesses to enhance resources and opportunities for club members.
- Empowering young people to become active and responsible citizens through advocacy and leadership development programs.
- Implementing behavior management strategies to create a safe and respectful club environment.
- Planning and organizing various programs and activities to meet the diverse needs and interests of club members.
- Providing emotional support and guidance to youth facing personal challenges and crises.
- Assisting club members with homework, tutoring, and educational enrichment activities to support their academic success.
Benefits
- An opportunity to help positively shape the next generation of leaders
- A supportive team
- Personal and professional growth opportunities
- An engaging, meaningful, and fun work environment
- Flexible schedule
- Training in Youth Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
