ELOP After-School Youth Development Professional

We are currently seeking two Youth Development Professionals to join our team. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $20 per hour. The work schedule is as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM Thursday: 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM We will be holding a group interview on Wednesday, December 11th at 10:30 AM. The interview will last approximately 30-45 minutes, followed by an aptitude test. Please bring a copy of your resume to the interview. To confirm your attendance, or if you have any questions, please email Angelica at Angelica@theplaceforkids.org. We look forward to meeting you!

Overview:

Boys & Girls Club of Buena Park (BGCBP) Program Staff (Youth Development Specialist/Youth Development Professional) support the planning, organizing, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of programs. This role leads activities in art, athletics, and academics. In addition, the Youth Development Professional provides supervision and promotes engagement of club members.

Job Responsibilities:

· Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members and quality in programs.

· Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.

· Recognizes club members for program participation and achievement.

· Maintains records to track attendance and participation.

· Recommends development of new programs and enhancement of existing programming.

· Promotes and stimulates program participation.

· Orients new member programs, special events, and opportunities as well as club safety, program and disciplinary rules.

· Provides guidance and role modeling to members.

· Participates in training / educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills as well as in programmatic / club staff meetings if needed.

· Maintains order as required and as per BGCBP policy, positive reinforcement of club members.

· Assist with training new Staff members and providing “shadowing opportunities.”

· Monitors supply needs and inform Supervisor when supplies are needed.

· Ensures supply and program areas are neat and orderly, and bulletin boards, decorations, and notices are current.

· Completes and submits all required paperwork on time.

· Reports needed repairs to facility and / or equipment to Site Lead.

· As needed the position will be involved in collaborative, or engage in leading, community outreach, program extension, and club related event activities.

· Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience, Licenses or certifications:

· High School diploma or GED, minimum of two years of college experience preferred.

· Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of two years where:

· There is experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.

· Formal training, and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Hold a valid drivers’ license or California Identification.

· Pass live scan criminal background check.

· Must complete a drug test

· Pass a basic academic aptitude skills test.

· CPR and First Aid Certifications required.

· Prior experience working in a Boys & Girls Club preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

· Knowledge of subject matter within core areas and youth development in general.

· Skilled in creative planning, implementing quality youth programs, organizational /and project management, and working toward positive outcomes.

· Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues. Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and peers.

· Ability to demonstrate a professional manner in all interactions, able to facilitate a diverse group of youth effectively, and to organize time well and focus on completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS and COMMUTE

· In rare cases you may have to relocate or travel to another school site or BGCBP main site either temporarily or permanently.

· Hours are based on school calendar and attendance patterns/trends. Please note this is a contracted position and hours during summer may not be available; occasional weekend hours may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position involves lifting; bending; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, crouching, or crawling; frequent interruptions via in-person contact, phone calls, and email are expected. Will be subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions based on activity location. Required to work around youth and adults where noise levels may be moderate to high during activities. Physical exertion may be required to lift supplies and equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Nothing in this job description restricts the right of Boys & Girls Clubs of Buena Park Management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job or change this job description at any time.

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Employee Signature Date

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Director of Operations Date

BGCBP is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Salary Description

$18-20/Hr.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 23.5 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20