Youth Development Professional- Clinton County
About The Position
The Youth Development Professional supports multifaceted afterschool youth programming through positive, engaging interactions with members and their families. The role contributes to planning and implementing activities and events across core program areas, builds rapport with and guides groups of K–12 children, and collaborates with staff, volunteers, interns, donors, and families to help sustain a safe, secure, and educationally motivating environment. BGCNIC serves 3,000 children ages five to 18 at 23 sites across the county through summer and before- and after-care programming, with a focus on social and emotional learning, college and workforce readiness, and academic enrichment. This direct-service role requires a consistent presence at the site during all operating hours and supports holistic programming in a fast-paced, energetic environment.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Experience working with youth, including through recreation, coaching, training, tutoring, or teaching.
- Knowledge of physical and social recreational games, coaching, or tutoring methods.
- Ability and willingness to consistently engage youth in activities.
- Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office and web- and non-web-based computer applications.
- Ability to perform the essential functions and engage in activities with children, including sufficient physical strength and energy to support the physical environment.
- Ability to move, walk, run, bend, reach, and stoop while delivering member care.
- Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to frequently perform gross and fine manipulations, such as grasping and twisting small objects.
- Ability to handle hazardous or infectious waste and work around cleaning chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, and occasional environmental dust, mist, or steam.
- Ability to operate a vehicle safely.
- Ability to accurately read and complete documentation and assist children with written or other activities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where noise and stress levels may be high.
- Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of people.
Nice To Haves
- Some post-secondary education.
- CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Unit Director and fellow staff to plan, organize, and implement Club curriculum, programs, and activity schedules, including small-group, large-group, individual, and community-based activities.
- Maintain a dedicated presence at the site during all hours of operation.
- Support the Unit Director in planning and implementing holistic programming for members.
- Facilitate program development that addresses members’ needs, interests, and characteristics and uses effective youth development strategies.
- Apply the Club’s safety, guidance, and discipline policies consistently and compassionately.
- Establish and maintain positive, professionally respectful relationships with Club parents and family members.
- Participate in scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, positive environment conducive to youth development.
- Complete required reporting, documentation, and other administrative functions related to youth development and program management.
- Interact professionally and positively with member families, college student and community volunteers, fellow and float staff, and school officials.
- Model appropriate behavior regarding attire, boundaries, communication, and social conduct or networking.
- Respond appropriately and promptly to written and electronic requests for information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
