YDP - HEALTH & WELLNESS (TPC)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida•Saint Augustine, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health & Wellness Youth Development Professional develops young people’s capacity to engage in positive behaviors, nurture their well-being, set personal goals, and grow into self-sufficient adults. As part of a team-oriented Club staff, this role plans, supervises, and implements high-yield activities and targeted programs focused on health and life skills for youth ages 6 to 18. The position incorporates youth development principles, character development, age-appropriate and gender-specific activities, and cultural diversity education into programs. It provides guidance and discipline to promote a safe, positive environment and helps members make informed choices about education, careers, social relationships, physical and emotional needs, health, and future goals. The role assesses young people’s developmental needs, interests, and characteristics to create targeted, outcome-driven programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to pass a 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 Health & Wellness programs.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
If required to drive a Club van: valid driver’s license and a three-year clean driving record.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, with occasional bending and squatting.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on occasion.
Ability to hear at a normal conversational level.
Ability to maintain a high energy level when necessary.
High degree of emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement health and life skills programs, including Cybersafety, Date SMART, Passport to Manhood, Be a Star, UPS Road Code, SMART Girls, SMART Moves, Street SMART, and Triple Play: Healthy Habits.
Recruit and retain youth for health and life skills programs.
Work with Club staff to implement programs throughout the school year.
Track and report student data for grant purposes.
Ensure programs and activities prepare youth for success and promote member safety, program quality, and the appearance of the Club.
Provide guidance and serve as a role model for members.
Plan and organize program services and activities, including field trips, program-specific activities, and guest speakers.
Initiate new programs with approval from the Program Director or Unit Director.
Promote and stimulate program participation.
Monitor and evaluate program achievement against target goals, recommend changes responsive to member needs and interests, and participate in weekly Club staff meetings.
Participate in local, state, regional, and national Boys & Girls Clubs programs and competitions.
Supervise members in the program area and ensure a healthy and safe environment.
Maintain the cleanliness of the program area.
Maintain an inventory of program equipment and supplies and recommend requisitions as necessary.
Prepare weekly reports for the Program Director or Unit Director on activities, special programs, upcoming events, attendance, and other required matters.
Maintain a daily written schedule and ensure programs begin and end on time.
May participate in additional special programs or events, drive a Club van, and perform other duties as assigned.