Teen Center Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains•Brookings, SD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Development Professional will plan, organize, implement, supervise, and evaluate daily programs and activities for youth. The Senior Lead serves as a role model and mentor to both members and programming staff. This role involves coordinating with other staff to ensure a safe, enriching, and supportive environment. The Senior Lead Youth Development Professional is also responsible for overseeing the supervision of youth and assisting in managing the Leads and Youth Development Professionals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Previous experience working with youth is required
Previous supervisory experience is required
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and staff from diverse backgrounds
CPR or First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
Commitment to working at least four days a week
Committed to working school year hours (MON, TUES, TH, FRI: 3:00pm-7:00pm) (WED: 2:30PM-7:00PM) with additional office hours.
Commitment to working at the Club during the summer 25-35 hours. (Open MON-FRI: 7:30AM-6:00PM)

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, on-the-spot and reflective feedback, and supervision to assigned Leads, Youth Development Professionals, and volunteers.
Collaborate with and provide support to teen center full-time staff on a daily basis.
Mentor and train new staff members to ensure consistent and high-quality program delivery.
Develop and organize daily programs and activities for youth that are engaging, educational, and promote positive development.
Heavy focus on youth engagement and youth choice for all aspects of the Club.
Ensure programs align with the Club’s priority outcomes and meet the needs of all youth participants.
Assist staff with regular programing observations in all spaces and provide timely feedback to the appropriate staff.
Commitment to youth safety; to include adequate supervision of youth, as well as providing a safe and welcoming environment for all members.
Ensures an environment that facilitates cleanliness, attractiveness and safety of members, properties and equipment.
Participate in training, special programs, and/or events.
Support the growth and development of the Teen Center and foster ongoing engagement with the Brookings community.
Provide guidance and support to youth with behavioral challenges, using positive strategies and individualized success plans.
Develop positive relationships with parents, the school, and community partners.
Assist with the implementation of grant programs and tracking.
Ensure a safe and positive environment for all participants, addressing any issues or conflicts that arise.
Collaborate with the Teen Center full-time team to ensure efficient and effective scheduling at the Teen Center.
Oversee the E-Sports Program while ensuring all members follow the Club’s digital safety policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Serve as the point of contact on scheduled opening and closing shifts.