What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional position at Boys & Girls Club of Washington County?
Overview
A Youth Development Professional (YDP) plans, implements, and evaluates programs and activities for youth, focusing on academic achievement, healthy lifestyles, and character development, while ensuring a safe and positive environment
Responsibilities
- Program Development & Implementation
- Build positive and appropriate relationships with members
- Enforce member expectations at all times
- Maintain a program area schedule that satisfies the diverse interests and abilities of Club members; ensure programming is age-appropriate
- Maintain a program that is safe, positive, and encourages youth development through quality experiences and high standards of achievement
- Promote the development of social and emotional skills
- Manage classroom conduct and exhibit problem-solving skills needed to redirect behavior
- Maintain daily and monthly attendance records during programming
- Demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm towards Club members, parents, and visitors; offer exceptional customer service experience at all times
- Model and encourage positive behavior and interactions between members
- Maintain a clean, welcoming, and visually attractive program space; update displays and overall program space regularly
- Work with staff on special events and/or events in other departments;
- Assume other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13
