What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Mason Valley?
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The YDP is responsible for:
- Ensuring youth development principles are incorporated into programs and activities
- Providing guidance and discipline to ensure a safe and positive environment for youth
- Ensuring the incorporation of character development, age-appropriate and gender-specific programs and activities
- Ensuring that cultural diversity programs are implemented-assisting in the planning, implementation, and delivery of exciting and engaging educational activities and programs for youth ages 6-7, 8-9, 10-12, and 13-18
- Delivering a broad range of tournaments, on the spot fun drop-in games and activities in all Club areas
- Keeping all equipment and supplies maintained and cared for on a daily basis.
- Assist Unit Director, Director of Program Development and Director of Operations at all times
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
Knowledge of youth development principles and practices, procedures and resources related to all program areas.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent
Some college preferred or equivalent experience or training with youth ages 6-18 years.
Certified in CPR and First Aid
Experience
Minimum of one year of experience working with youth ages 6-18.
Need to be able to run more than one activity and control a large group of 25
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Relationships
- Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff, including supervisor (professional and volunteer) and Club members to receive/provide information, discuss issues, and explain guidelines/give instructions/instruct and advise/counsel.
- External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and others to assist in promoting and marketing the Club and resolving challenges when appropriate.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- Experience in working with youth
- 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
- Valid State Drivers License to satisfy insurance company regulations to drive Club vehicles
Environmental and Working Conditions:
Work is conducted in a Club setting, indoors and outside.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Maintain a high energy level
- Be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
- Lift 50 pounds
- Long expanded time on your feet
- Good listening skills
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mason Valley opened for kids and teens in 1999 in a single clubhouse when an old mechanic building in Yerington was transformed into a fully functioning Club. The Club has since expanded its reach to six locations throughout Yerington, Silver Springs, Dayton, and Hawthorne. With more than 400 youth streaming through our doors, our members participate daily in academic and recreational programming. Youth have access to everything, whether it’s a hot meal, a strong role model, or unique inclusive programs. Every kid and teen can get involved and learn something new at our clubhouses! We provide safety and support during critical hours of the day.
Pay: $12 - $14 / hour
Job Type: parttime
Schedule:
- Other
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
Salary : $12 - $14