Youth Development Professional

ALAMEDA BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB INC • Alameda, CA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, such as but not limited to Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and physical education for youth ages 6-18. Youth Development Professionals may also run the Front Desk or the Canteen for snack/meals and are frequently in communication with parents, Club members, and staff alike.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Effectively use Microsoft Office
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members
• Represent the Club positively in the community
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand for at least two hours consecutively
• Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members that respond to their needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality in programs, and appearance of clubhouse at all times
• Ensure productive and effective work environment
• Monitor program areas to ensure member safety
• Oversee the Front Counter area for member check-in and check-out as needed
• Operate the Canteen during snack or mealtime as needed, ensuring the Canteen is kept clean and proper food handling methods are utilized
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and families as needed
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdown of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/incidents
• Complete closing tasks as needed, including various cleaning tasks
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings
• May participate in special programs or events
• Be passionate about working with kids!
• Exercise excellent customer service and communication skills
• Effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook mail, and Outlook calendar
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members
• Represent the Club positively in the community
• Continue personal and professional growth by participating in trainings/classes
• Prioritize assignments
• Ability to work independently and monitor own performance objectives
• Be a team player

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED