Boys & Girls Club of Lake County – Youth Development Professional

Embark on an exciting journey as a Youth Development Professional at the Boys & Girls Club of Lake County! In this role, you’ll be pivotal in delivering engaging programs and activities to local youth throughout the year. Apply today and join our dynamic team to foster academic success, character development, and a healthy lifestyle among our members.

Who We Are

Founded in 2000, the mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Lake County (BGCLC) is to inspire all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Our goals are to empower youth and to change lives. We strive to provide a premier Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

Programming

• Lead diverse after-school activities encompassing tutoring, technology, sports, arts, and recreation for youth aged 6-17.
• Develop and execute weekly lesson plans under the guidance of Site Coordinators and Program Directors, ensuring alignment with Club objectives.
• Foster full participation and enthusiasm among youth, promoting a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
• Engage in Club events, field trips, and special activities, enriching the overall experience for our youth.
• Adapt lesson plans to meet the individual needs and backgrounds of youth participants.
• Plan and host special event programs for parents, teachers, and the broader community

Supervision

• Supervise program areas diligently to uphold member safety standards.
• Offer mild disciplinary guidance when necessary, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
• Assist in supervising youth during transportation on school buses.
• Orient and oversee volunteers, leveraging their support in delivering exceptional programs.
• Participate in emergency procedures and respond effectively to disciplinary situations.

Other

• Steward relationship and engagement of school staff and parents/guardians
• Maintain Club cleanliness and organization, completing set-up and clean-up daily and enforcing all site-operating expectations
• Provide meals to youth in accordance with USDA guidelines.
• Actively contribute to weekly staff meetings to provide regular updates on site challenges, opportunities, and best practices
• Continuously assess programs to ensure members safety, quality, and resource optimization, including implementing after-school program assessment tools
• Maintain current CPR certification and assist with first aid as needed.

Experience and Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Previous experience working with young people is preferred.
• Successful completion of local, state, and national background checks.
• Commitment to maintaining a drug-free environment and passing required screenings.
• Demonstrated passion for working with children and promoting their well-being.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to climb stairs and to lift items over 50 lbs.
• Mobility to perform active programming needs.
• Ability to perform any other position duties.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, not to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Compensation and Benefits Package

• Competitive hourly rates ranging from $18 to $20, commensurate with experience.
• Up to 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) can be accrued each calendar year.
• Opportunity for professional development and growth within the organization

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume to Jim Westfall at jwestfall@bgclc.org or complete the application via really, ensuring to include your resume as an attachment.

The Boys & Girls Club of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you readily available to work mid-day and after school hours? (Ex: 1:30 pm - 6 pm)

Experience:

• mentoring/childcare: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waukegan, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person