Youth Development Specialist

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB FOX VALLEY INC•Appleton, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking for a rewarding, challenging, and inspiring opportunity to make a difference, then the Boys & Girls Clubs may be the place for you! Join an amazing team of caring, supportive people working hard and having fun while giving young people in our communities the opportunities and support they need to reach their full potential. This is a part-time opportunity for the 2026–2027 School Year at various locations including the Appleton Branch, Badger Elementary School, Edison Elementary School, Foster Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School, James Madison Middle School, Kaleidoscope Middle School, Little Chute Elementary and Intermediate Schools, and Wilson Middle School. Hours during the school year will be Monday through Friday, varying based on the school calendar. On non-school days, including winter break, spring break, and teacher development days, availability will typically be between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. For Teen Center positions, the center remains open until 8:00 p.m. The Youth Development Specialist will be responsible for assisting with planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating activities in a variety of areas such as academic, computer lab, arts and crafts, physical education, good character and Citizenship, and health and wellness.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of youth development
Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision.
Ability and desire to work with youth ages 6-18 in a variety of environments, including small group and large group settings
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
Must possess excellent verbal and written skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all Club personnel, Board of Directors and Club parents.

Nice To Haves

College or teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure programs, services and activities that prepare youth for success, promoting safety of members and quality in program at all times.
Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Responsible for coordinating, promoting, and stimulating participation in programs at the Club.
Ensure a healthy and safe environment, supervising members in program area.
Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
Prepare periodic activity reports.
Assist with daily activities.
Prior to its start, will ensure all equipment needed for programs/activities is gathered and in working order.
Actively engage Club members in programs and activities and encourage participation by all members.
Record participation numbers for all programs/activities facilitated.