Youth Development Professional (Park Street)

Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club•Champaign, IL

26d

About The Position

The Youth Development Professional (Park Street) collaborates with a team to deliver engaging activities and programs geared towards Club members aged 11-17 in the core areas of Character & Leadership, Education & Enrichment, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports & Recreation. This role requires creativity, energy, open-mindedness, initiative, and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of middle- and high school-aged youth. This is an hourly part-time position with a daily schedule of 2:00PM-7:30PM.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with youth aged 11-17
Strong youth group and behavior management skills
Ability to help youth develop healthy habits and healthy lifestyles
Willingness and ability to engage and develop positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds
Willingness and ability to be actively involved in youth recreational activities
Valid Driver’s License and be approved by the Club's auto insurance provider
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to lift 50lbs

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in a classroom, daycare, afterschool, camp, or similar program or educational experience in education, social work, psychology, recreation, or a related field highly desirable

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Unit Director, Coordinator, and fellow Specialists to plan, organize, and deliver Boys & Girls Club curriculum, programs, and activities
Provide direct supervision to Club members, actively engaging in programs and services
Foster positive, professional relationships with and between Club members
Apply classroom and behavior management techniques as needed and report areas of concern to supervisor
Prepare incident reports and provide suggestions or feedback on appropriate discipline; participate in conferences regarding youth behavior as requested
Ensure daily service reports reflect accurate member attendance and participation
Provide and maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by reviewing programming and facilities and supervising members
Communicate professionally with members, their families, staff, and partners to uphold a positive Club image
Serve as a role model to Club members, modeling appropriate behavior with respect to attire, boundaries, communication, and social conduct
Support the enforcement of Club rules and expectations and provide informal guidance and discipline to members
Utilize MyClubHub to accurately track daily member attendance and program participation