Youth Development Specialist II (Waianae Clubhouse)

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii • Waianae, HI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Hawaii is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The after-school hours have become a critical time for youth – a time when many children in our communities are left to fend for themselves without positive adult supervision. We provide a safe place filled with hope and opportunity, ongoing relationships with caring adult mentors, and enriching programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience working with elementary, middle school, and/or teen population.
• Patient and kind.
• Enjoy working with kids.
• Great customer service skills.
• Make learning fun and thrive doing hands-on activities.
• Be athletic and have knowledge of sports.
• Self-Directed.
• Well-organized and can work independently with limited supervision.
• Want to make a difference in the lives of our amazing youth.
• Come to the Clubhouse with purpose and drive that you share with those around you.
• Get energized being around kids.
• Positive role model.
• Communicate and work effectively with those around you with diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Able to work M-F and some weekends.
• Have a valid current driver's license.
• Possess knowledge of local nuances and cultures.
• Teachable/Curious.
• Eager to learn and be open minded.
• Bring positive energy to the Clubhouse and understand that there is a balance between work tasks and having a good time.

Responsibilities

• Implement high-yield learning, healthy lifestyles, and learning activities
• Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities which may include but may not be limited to one of the following Boys & Girls Club "core" program concepts and/or curriculums.
• Assist with recruiting youth to participate in program activities.
• Assist with Club and program orientation for youth members and parents.
• Assist in planning and implementing special small group activities (as assigned) for Club members between the ages of 6-17 years.
• Assist in planning and implementing program activities that provide for the developmental needs of youth and incorporating the Youth Development Strategy (enhancing the potential for developing a sense of competence, belonging, usefulness and influence).
• Provide guidance to all youth members in making positive choices for proper behaviors.
• Assist all youth with following Club rules to reinforce pro-social behaviors.
• Provide guidance for youth members dealing with unacceptable behaviors, utilizing techniques that help youth members accept personal responsibilities for their behavior, and develops a positive plan of action for change.
• Assist in the posting of daily program schedules that are creative and attractive.
• Assist in creating signs, posters, and announcements that are attractive and prominently displayed which provide information on coming events.
• Assist in preparing flyers, mail outs, etc., to advertise and promote program(s).
• Assist in making personal presentations to schools, parent groups, and other community organizations for promotions of programs.
• Assist with preparing requisitions for program supplies and equipment.
• Assist supervisor with preparing required program reports.
• Assist with regular evaluations of program activities and make changes as necessary to ensure quality service.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of programs under their jurisdiction.

Benefits

• Lots of opportunities to grow!
• Community: work with inspiring and awesome co-workers.
• Purpose: An opportunity to make the world a better place for those youth who need us the most!
• 19 days of PTO (full time) plus your Birthday Holiday! We offer PTO for part-time team members too!
• Up to 17 Paid Holidays a year!
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (over 20 hours). Discounts are offered for your family too (employee to pay).
• Pension with an 8% match of your salary (after working a designated # of hours).
• Free Life Insurance (over 30 hours a week).
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Amazon Gift Card for your Anniversary!
• Safeway Gift Card every year to buy a treat for your Birthday!
• BGCH Fun Days to be celebrated with your Club/department!
• BGCH is committed to Investing in Your professional Development!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED