Youth Development Professional - Afterschool Program
About The Position
The Youth Development Professional - Afterschool Program is responsible for planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating activities within a specific program area such as education, social recreation, arts & crafts, and physical education. This role focuses on creating an environment that facilitates youth development outcomes, promoting program participation, and providing guidance and role modeling to members. The professional will ensure programs are conducted professionally and reflect the organization's philosophies, while also providing support to youth and families.
Requirements
- High school diploma / GED minimum
- Experience in working with children
- Knowledge of youth development
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
- Ability to deal with the general public
- Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
- Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications (can obtain through Club)
- Valid State Drivers License (recommended)
Responsibilities
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
- Promote and stimulate program participation
- Register new members and participate in their club orientation process; provide guidance and role modeling to members.
- Ensure that all programs and activities are organized and conducted in a professional manner and are reflective of Boys & Girls Club philosophies
- Provide support to youth and families at all times.
- Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement daily and weekly activities for youth. Be prepared with weekly schedule and each rotation planned in advance using a variety of activities that utilize and teach diverse learning skills.
- Aid in the continual development and implementation of new, fun, and educational activities for youth.
- Aid in the development, planning, and implementation of on-going quarterly activities, special events, parent night, etc.
- Aid with the coordination and facilitation of BGCA National programs (Youth of the Month, Youth of the Year, S.M.A.R.T. Moves, incentive programs, etc.)
- Establish communication links between members, parents, teachers, school staff, police, community leaders, and supervisors.
- Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.
- Assist with the implementation and enforcement of safety policies/procedures regarding participant safety, risk management, and building security.
- Assist with the up-keep of Club maintenance and appearance.
- Handle minor youth conflict as it occurs in programs.
- May participate in special programs and/or events.
- May be required to drive Club van.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Pension Plan (after meeting eligibility criteria)
- Paid Sick Time
- Training & Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
