Youth Development Professional
About The Position
The Youth Development Professional works at the South Everett Boys & Girls Club under the supervision of the Unit Director. The role supports and implements quality programs and activities that promote youth outcomes in Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship. The professional helps create a safe, fun, and supportive environment where members can build confidence and skills. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County is a nonprofit organization providing young people ages five through eighteen a safe and positive place before and after school and during the summer. The position involves engaging youth from varied backgrounds, supporting their participation and development, and helping maintain the club’s activity spaces, equipment, and supplies. The stated shift is split: 6:30 AM–9:00 AM and 2:00 PM–6:00 PM.
Requirements
- Be at least 16 years of age; age 18 or older is preferred for DCYF supervision requirements.
- Ability to remain positive and organized in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to incorporate organizational values of fun, respect, integrity, community, and acceptance into all practices.
- Ability to work different hours based on seasonal and operational needs.
- Ability to pass a drug test upon hire.
- Ability to pass a background check in accordance with BGCSC standards and meet all state licensing requirements upon hire.
- Ability to motivate youth and support positive behavior guidance.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to perform tasks requiring fine motor skills, including use of hands and fingers, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or active enrollment in high school.
- Prior experience working with youth or a background in youth development.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Director in planning and implementing activities that provide members with a sense of belonging.
- Assist with managing program supplies and equipment.
- Engage in physical activities with youth, such as sports, S.T.E.M., and arts and crafts.
- Supervise youth independently in accordance with Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families regulations and Boys & Girls Clubs of America standards.
- Participate in active and engaged supervision of all members.
- Prepare snacks for members while practicing food safety.
- Support member behavior using social-emotional learning and trauma-informed practices.
- Work with youth from a variety of backgrounds.
- Support membership enrollment.
- Ensure youth are safe and engaged in activities, including meeting Boys & Girls Club safety requirements and BGCSC Policies for Protection of the Youth.
- Create positive and supportive relationships with youth.
- Actively practice and participate in BGCSC Cultural DNA guidelines.
- Maintain club organization and cleanliness, including activity spaces, washing dishes, taking out trash, and organizing youth belongings.
- Maintain the proper upkeep of equipment and supplies.
- Complete and maintain required training and professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Unit Director.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
- Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability insurance for full-time employees.
- Employee-paid supplemental life and AD&D insurance coverage options for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children for full-time employees.
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Plan benefits for full-time employees.
- Paid holidays for full-time employees.
- Paid vacation for full-time employees.
- Paid sick leave for full-time and part-time employees.
- Employee Discount Plan for full-time employees.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County membership for eligible dependents ages 5–12 for full-time and part-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
