What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional position at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF TAMPA BAY INC?
Job Description
Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION :
Fulfill the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay mission by implementing, supervising, and evaluating activities within a specific assigned program area, such as Character and Leadership Development, Health and Life Skills, Education and Career Development, The Arts and / or Sports, Fitness and Recreation.
KEY ROLES :
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes by effectively implementing and administering programs, services and activities for club members and visitors.
- Ensure the safety of club members during program participation onsite and offsite at all times.
- Monitor and evaluate programs to promote and stimulate program participation.
- Assist in the recruitment and registration of new members and participate in the club orientation process.
- Prepare lesson plans and various activities that ensure daily diverse programming for members.
- Provide guidance and role modeling behavior for club members.
- Contribute to a productive work environment by maintaining satisfactory attendance, participating in weekly staff meetings and various team-oriented activities.
- Assist with serving prepared snacks and perform required program-related clerical and housekeeping duties
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. May be required to work on some weekends and / or extended hours for special events and / or programs or support other club locations within a reasonable geography.
RELATIONSHIPS :
Internal : Maintains close, daily contact with Club Staff (professional, part-time and volunteers), Club members, and supervisor to receive / provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines / instructions ; instruct; and / or advise / counsel.
External : Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents, and others to assist in developing positive relationships and resolving problems.
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED :
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
