YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL -LEADERSHIP & SER - Garden City

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Youth Development Professional supports youth in becoming responsible, caring citizens and developing skills to participate in the democratic process. The role helps members build leadership skills and provides opportunities for planning, decision-making, contributing to the Club and community, and celebrating national heritage. As part of a team-oriented Club staff, the position plans, supervises, and implements Character and Leadership activities and programs while helping create a safe, positive Club experience. The position serves youth ages 6 to 18. It assesses their developmental needs, interests, and characteristics to develop targeted, outcome-driven programming and helps members make choices related to education, career, social, physical, and emotional needs. The role also supports health and life skills programming, character development, culturally diverse activities, and age-appropriate and gender-specific 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 Character and Leadership programs.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
If required to drive a Club van: valid driver's license and a clean driving record for three years.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods; bend and squat occasionally; and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Ability to hear at a normal conversational level, maintain a high energy level when necessary, and demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement Character and Leadership programs for members of all ages, including Keystone Clubs, Youth of the Year, Million Members Million Hours of Service, and Torch Club.
Recruit and retain youth for Character and Leadership programs.
Work with other Club staff to implement programs throughout the school year.
Maintain a Student Advisory Committee and complete a yearly service-learning project.
Promote member safety, program quality, and the appearance of the Club; provide guidance and role modeling to 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 and encourage program participation.
Monitor and evaluate program achievement against target goals, recommend changes based on member needs and interests, and participate in weekly Club staff meetings.
Participate in local, state, regional, and national Boys & Girls Clubs Character and Leadership programs and competitions.
Supervise members in the program area and maintain a healthy, safe environment.
Keep the program area clean and maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies; recommend requisitions as needed.
Prepare weekly reports for the Program Director or Unit Director covering activities, special programs, upcoming events, attendance, and other required information.
Maintain a daily written schedule and ensure programs begin and end on time.
May participate in additional special programs or events, perform other assigned duties, and drive a Club van if required.