Teen Program-Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware • Milford, CT

8h

About The Position

For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation. Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills. Position Summary Under the supervision of the Teen Director, Youth Development Professional is responsible for assisting with developing, implementing, supervising, evaluating and monitoring programs for adolescents in middle school and in high school.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with less than 5 (five) points on DMV record.
• Minimum requirement of a High School Diploma with 5 years' experience working with Middle School and High School students.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and operate programming for youth in Middle School and in High School.
• Ability to develop a positive self-image in Boys & Girls Club members.
• Demonstrated verbal and written competency.
• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably bachelor’s degree in a related field

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a well-rounded, well-organized teen program which encompasses all of the Core Program Areas and follows the Youth Development Strategy and is designed to meet the objectives set by the incumbent and the Teen Director.
• Assist with the planning, implementation and evaluation of teen programs.
• Assist with the development, promotion and participation in teen programming with priority being given to School District students.
• Assist with the supervision of volunteers for teen programming.
• Assist in planning and operating club-wide activities.
• Assist in the guidance and discipline of club members.
• Assist in the financial development of the teen department.
• Assure that administrative duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Assure that the teen area equipment and area is maintained for safety.
• Assist in developing a positive identity for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the community.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits- Part-time employees who meet the following criteria are eligible for benefits per Affordable Care Act (ACA) Guidelines: 1 (one) year of service averaging 30 hours per week.
• Vision & Dental 1 (one) year of service averaging 25 hours per week.
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED