What are the responsibilities and job description for the 21st Century Youth Development Specialist position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida?
Boys & Girls Clubs Location:
Spring Creek Club
Address: 44440 Spring Creek Road, Paisley, FL 32767
HOURS:
School Year - up to 20 hours/week during the school year between 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Summer and School Breaks - up to 35 hours/week between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Engage and inspire young people aged 6-18 to learn and grow to be responsible adults.
Provide program services to actively participating 21st CCLC students, assisting 21st CCLC teachers in providing educational service programs. Assist Service Director and Program Director with delivery of 21st CCLC Personal Enrichment activities to actively participating 21st CCLC students. Assist with parent and family education events and educational field trips specifically for 21st CCLC students and their families (includes evenings and weekends).
Create and implement fun and exciting activities planned to include both genders and all age groups.
Must monitor and evaluate situations quickly using good judgment to assess situations and make decisions. Create and maintain a safe environment for children and adults within the program space.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
1. Create and implement fun and exciting activities that inspire participation.
- include both genders and all age groups.
- creation of daily program and lesson plans for CCLC activities, preparation of necessary materials.
- communicate positively and create relationships with members and parents.
- provide positive guidance and role modeling to members.
- creative and flexible adaptation of programs and activities as necessary.
2. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.
- maintain safety by ensuring equipment and environment are appropriately maintained.
- supervise activity areas to limit injuries.
- apply appropriate guidance and discipline techniques.
3. Ensure a productive work environment by working within team environment.
- participate in 21st CCLC staff and/or teacher meetings as required.
- participate in Club staff meetings.
- attend training and staff development sessions.
4. Complete appropriate reporting according to organization and grant requirements.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. May participate in special programs and/or events.
2. May be required to drive Club bus. CDL license required.
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.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
We kindly request that applicants refrain from contacting us regarding the status of their application. Our team will diligently review all submissions and will reach out to candidates who best match our requirements.
