Youth Development Professional-Elementary

Boys And Girls Clubs Of King County•Kirkland, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Leading the Change in Youth Development At Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, we are taking youth programming to a new level. We are one of the largest Club organizations in the country, and we pride ourselves on always doing what is best for youth. As leaders in youth development, we provide a safe place for kids and teens during critical out-of-school time that is affordable for all families. Our Clubs offer life-changing programs and services to youth in greater Seattle. We prioritize a youth-centric Club experience through culturally relevant, inclusive, and diverse programming delivered by individuals committed to serving youth. Our organization values advancing racial equity, creating safe spaces, encouraging collaboration and accountability, and seeking transparent and authentic communication. If you are passionate about youth development, love to connect with people, have a proven track record of results with youth, and want to be part of an extraordinary team, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is right for you!! Opportunity Overview: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL A Youth Development Professional (YDP) supports Club Leadership in providing an Outcome Driven Club Experience in a variety of programming areas including: Gym, Games Room, Learning Center, Computer Lab, Kitchen, Club Entry, and other targeted programming areas. The majority of responsibilities are working directly with youth, ensuring their safety, well-being and development through interactive play and other activities as directed. The YDP is self-motivated, mature, energetic, and able to maintain clear and healthy boundaries with club members, parents and staff; able to communicate and interact with youth in a way that is age appropriate, motivational and positive in nature. The YDP must be flexible, have the ability to adapt to a work environment which changes often, must remain calm and solve problems in stressful situations. The YDP must anticipate and implement all elements of activities in an organized fashion.

Requirements

High School diploma required to work in a licensed program
Must be 18+ years old to work in a licensed program
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relations skills and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Understanding of youth development principles, ability to motivate youth in a positive way
Collaborate with other Clubs, Sites and Community Partners
Learn and support new ideas for the good of the Club
Model and guide youth in strengths-based problem solving, goal setting and study skills
As a requirement of the Department of Children, Youth and Family (DCYF), it is necessary for individuals in this position to possess a STARS ID number and a Portable Background Check with a "Cleared" status prior to commencing work.
Must provide documentation signed within the last twelve months by a licensed health care professional of negative TB testing.
Completion of initial STARS basic training, HIV/AIDS, First Aid, CPR and BBP certification (within 90 days of hire)
All BGCKC youth facing staff have provided proof of vaccination.

Nice To Haves

Boys & Girls Club experience preferred
Experience working within diverse cultures preferred

Responsibilities

Provide engaged presence to prepare youth for success while creating a safe and healthy Club environment that facilitates positive youth development
Ensure facilities, equipment & supplies are maintained
Assist with planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs
Collect and track Club member attendance, coursework and behavior data
Model mature work behaviors to ensure a productive work environment
Ensure program areas are set-up and cleaned up on a daily basis
Assist in facilitation of club specific and BGCA core programs
Assist in facilitation and delivery of High Yield Learning Activities (HYLAs)
Ensure member confidentiality during and after employment: which includes, but not limited to membership data, and school data and other information obtained
Affirm positive behavior in members, and deliver coaching conversations and redirection when needed
Build partnerships with parents and families
Develop programs and activities that support the three impact pillars: healthy lifestyles, good character and community membership, and academic success