What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Associate- Halls Powell position at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY?
Job Details
Level: Entry
Job Location: Halls Powell - Knoxville, TN
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
Are you motivated and passionate about working with kids whether it's helping them cook, playing games , assisting with arts and crafts, Debusk would love to have you work as a Youth Development Associate.
The Youth Development Associate is responsible for the following:
- Implement programs and activities in areas such as tutoring, technology, games, health, recreation, arts and crafts, etc. for youth of all ages.
- Develop and follow weekly lesson plans under the direction of Program, Education, and Club Directors.
- Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.
- Encourage full participation in activities.
- Identify alternative activities that correspond with weekly lesson plans to promote full participation.
- Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members.
- Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.
- Provide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.
- Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.
- Supervise youth on school busses.
- Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events.
- Create bulletin boards for youth.
- Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities. Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.
Qualifications
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations.
- Ability to effectively collaborate, staff, directors, youth, and the community.
- Ability to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Efficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phones
- Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to remain active and energetic for 6 hours.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1-2 years of experience with youth preferred
- Must pass local, state, and national criminal background checks
- Must pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug tests
- CPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)
- Passion for children!
