Summer Sports & Recreation Staff

Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld County•Fort Morgan, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Searching for a fun, energetic, and hard-working individual who loves staying active and working with youth! This role is perfect for someone ready to lead PE-style activities, sports, outdoor play, and recreation programs 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 being on your feet, organizing games, and creating a positive, high-energy environment—this is the role for you! This is a great summer job for college students or anyone looking for a fun, active, and meaningful way to spend their summer. Our staff and kids truly have a blast each day! PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Summer Sports & Recreation Youth Development Professional plans, implements, and supervises structured and unstructured physical activity programming, including PE-style games, team sports, outdoor play, and recreational activities. This position focuses on keeping youth active, engaged, and building healthy habits while supporting our priority outcome areas of Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character & Citizenship, 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, safe, and inclusive recreation programming.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED & currently working to complete a two- or four-year degree
Experience in working with children
Knowledge of youth development
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
Passion for sports, fitness, and recreation
Valid State Driver’s License
Candidates must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check & Drug Test

Responsibilities

Inspire fun through active play, sports, and recreation
Build supportive relationships
Recognize youth and their accomplishments
Deliver opportunities and expectations
Always uphold safety
Create a clean 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.