What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional position at Boys & Girls Club of Jennings County?
15 to 25 hours per week. Some paid holidays. Paid sick time and your children attend the program for free. Typical hours are between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Morning hours also available between 6:00 am and 9:00 am.
The Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Prepare Youth for Success
1.Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
promote and stimulate program participation;
register new members and participate in their club orientation process;
provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Program Development and Implementation
2.Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
3.Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members,quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.
Supervision
4.Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.May participate in special programs and/or events.
2.Will be required to drive Club van to transport students from school to club.
3.May be required to clean program areas.
4. Stand for long periods of time
5. Lift up to 30 pounds.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:
High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Experience in working with children.
Knowledge of youth development.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
Ability to deal with the general public.
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
Valid State Drivers License
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13