Youth Development Specialist

Union League Boys and Girls Club • Chicago, IL

2h

About The Position

Position Summary:
The youth development specialist will provide programs and services on a daily basis to youth enrolled in the club, understand and implement the Mission of Union League Boys & Girls Clubs. The program specialist will serve as the direct supervisor for youth members. In our club, there are areas that you as a potential staff person need to make sure we are developing. These areas are: Good Character and Citizenship, Academic Success, and Healthy Lifestyles.

Requirements

• Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to youth development
• Ability to plan effectively
• Group leadership skills
• including and understanding of group dynamics and discipline
• Understanding of the population of youth served.
• Employees need to be 18 or older and be enrolled in college or have some college courses.
• Have worked or volunteered with children.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Be enrolled in college or have some college credits
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
• Must attend all staff meetings
• Responsible for all activities or program areas from beginning to end
• Be able to maintain high level of energy.
• Be adaptable and be flexible to change.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Nice To Haves

• Desire and ability to work with children
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Good character, integrity and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience and self-control
• Positive example for youth and peers in appearance, attitude and behavior
• Must participate in required trainings by the Club, County, State, and/or funders

Responsibilities

• Executes programs designed by the coordinators
• Assures members are safe and engaged in activities
• Encourages emotional, social, and educational growth of individual members
• Direct supervision of club youth members
• Follow program design of the coordinators
• Assists coordinators in assuring all materials for the day are prepared
• Assures program areas are left cleaned and organized at the end of the day
• Data entry
• Staff supervision
• Chaperone for field trips
• Moving materials from the club to school, or school to club

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees