Summer Service & Leadership – Program Specialist
About The Position
Searching for a motivated, positive, and hard-working individual who is passionate about helping youth grow into strong leaders! This role is perfect for someone ready to lead programs focused on responsibility, anti-bullying, cultural awareness, leadership development, and community service projects while helping “Inspire & enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.” If you enjoy mentoring youth, leading meaningful conversations, and creating opportunities for young people to make a difference—this is the role for you! This is a great summer job for college students or anyone looking for a fun, meaningful, and impactful way to spend their summer. Our staff and kids truly have a blast while learning and growing together each day! Check out our video to learn more about Club: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmafJZezhMk Dates: May 18th – August 1st PRIMARY FUNCTION: 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
- Boys & Girls Club Basics & Safety 101 to be completed the first week of hire
- Complete the Milestone 1 trainings
- Complete Milestone 2 trainings
- Attend Monthly trainings for positive youth development
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
