Youth Development Professional

WE ARE HIRING!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin (BGCCB) is looking for individuals ages 18 who want to work with some stellar students at our McGraw Clubhouse, Larson Elementary & Longview Elementary Clubs! Staff gain experience in how to manage a classroom, plan and implement fun programs, and be creative. Must be 18 years or older. Bilingual is preferred.

AFTERNOON SHIFT
Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 6:30 PM

OUR MISSION
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

REPORTS TO
Site Clubhouse Directors

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or his/her designees, a Youth Development Professional (YDP) plans, implements, and supervises programs and activities in structured, specialized program spaces. Specialized content areas include: Education, Social Recreation, Cultural Arts, Sports & Fitness, Outdoor Recreation, and STEM.

STARTING WAGE
$16.28 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Youth for Success

• Facilitate lesson plans and/or activities for club members
• Promote program participation
• Provide guidance and role modeling to youth
• Provide a safe environment through clear rules and expectations
• Provide homework assistance and high yield fun learning activities
• Help set up materials and redirect youth when appropriate

Supervision & Safety

• Ensure a productive and collaborative work environment by participating in planned staff meetings and trainings
• Inspect program areas daily or any safety precautions prior to youth entering area
• Monitor youth while in unstructured program areas

Relationships

• Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club youth, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines and instructions
• External: Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.

Additional Responsibilities

• May participate in special events
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, effective communication, personal motivation, and interpersonal skills with members, peers, supervisors, parents, volunteers and the general public
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing, walking, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and squatting are movements staff will do throughout the day. Accommodations can be made.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.28 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1 - $16