What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blackduck Youth Development Professionals position at Boys & Girls Club of the Bemidji Area?
Job Description:
Plan, implement, supervise and evaluate activities and programs at the Blackduck Branch of the Boys & Girls Club of the Bemidji Area. This brand new Club branch works to provide a safe & fun environment where youth can learn from caring adults, have opportunities, be recognized and set high expectations for themselves and others.
Club opened for kids in September 2024 with programming Monday all day and Tuesday - Friday after school until 6:30 p.m. Summer hours are still being determined. Applicants who are available every day or only certain days and times are encouraged to apply.
Prepare Youth for Success
- Ensure programs, services and activities that prepare youth for success, promoting safety of members and quality in programs at all times. Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan by:
- Planning, organizing and implementing a range of program services and activities for drop in members and visitors;
- Initiating new programs with the approval of the Unit Director;
- Recommending the development of service area programs; and
- Promoting and stimulating program participation.
- Ensure quality improvement by monitoring and evaluating program achievement against target goals, strategic plan & deliverables, recommending modifications that respond to member needs and interests and participating in programmatic staff meetings.
Health and Safety
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment, supervising members in program areas; using the 5 Key Elements of Impact & Club sponsored guidance and discipline techniques to build assets in youth.
- Manage facilities and ensure a productive work environment, maintaining an inventory of all program equipment and supplies in good order. Recommend requisitions, as necessary.
Leadership
- Lead assigned volunteers and provide ongoing feedback to the volunteer and as well as inform the volunteer coordinator.
- Demonstrate leadership by comprehending and contextualizing our key initiatives, goals and mission.
Background check and references required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.20 - $19.75 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked or volunteered at another Boys & Girls Club? If so, which?
- Did anyone refer you to the position? If so, who?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $20
