YDP - ART (IDEA RIVER BLUFF)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is designed to foster creativity in young people and give them outlets for self-expression through various art programs such as photography and hip-hop. The Art Youth Development Professional is part of a team-oriented Club staff dedicated to serving youth and creating an optimal Club Experience. This position will plan, supervise, and implement a variety of high-yield activities and targeted programs within a health and life skills focus. The role ensures youth development principles are incorporated into art programs, provides guidance and discipline for a safe and positive environment, ensures the incorporation of character development and age-appropriate programs, implements culturally diverse programs, and assists in the planning, implementation, and delivery of activities for youth ages 6 to 18. The art programs include Visual Arts, Digital Arts, Performing Arts, and Applied Arts.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Ability to pass DCF Level II background screening and drug test
Knowledge of youth development
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior issues
Ability to work with the public
Ability to plan and implement quality programs specific to The Arts
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment

Nice To Haves

Evenings/weekend work may be involved.
May be required to drive Club van. (Requires valid driver’s license & three-year clean driving record)

Responsibilities

Planning and implementing a variety of art programs for members of all ages, including National Arts Contests, Drama Matters, Lyrism 101, Music Makers, Media Making, & National Photography Program.
Recruiting and retaining youth for art programs.
Working with other staff in the club to help implement these programs throughout the school year.
Assessing the developmental needs, interests, and characteristics of youth to develop targeted programs that result in an outcome-driven club experience.
Ensuring programs, services, and activities prepare youth for success, promoting safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the Club at all times.
Providing guidance and role modeling to members.
Planning and organizing a range of program services and activities for members, such as field trips, program-specific activities, and guest speakers.
Initiating new programs with the approval of the Program Director/Unit Director.
Promoting and stimulating program participation.
Monitoring and evaluating program achievement against target goals, recommending modifications that respond to member needs and interests, and participating in weekly Club staff meetings.
Participating in local, state, regional, and national Boys & Girls Clubs art programs and competitions.
Ensuring a healthy and safe environment, supervising members in the program area.
Maintaining the cleanliness of the program area.
Maintaining an inventory of program equipment and supplies in good order and recommending requisitions as necessary.
Preparing weekly reports for the Program Director/Unit Director regarding activities, special programs, upcoming events, attendance, and other reports as required.
Maintaining a daily written schedule and ensuring that programs begin and end on time.
Participating in additional special programs and/or events.
May be required to drive Club van (Requires valid driver’s license & three-year clean driving record).
Performing other duties as assigned.