Job Description

Do you enjoy working with youth and having fun on a daily basis? Please consider applying to be a Youth Development Professional with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area and make a difference in the life of a youth today! Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) work directly with youth focusing on enrichment activities ranging from; dance, sports, art, STEM, Mentoring and many more.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Delivery

• Deliver Triple Play, Workforce Development, Smart Moves, Smart Girls, Teen Night and other related Boys and Girls Club programs to Teen club members in a fun and engaging manner.
• Receive lesson plans from the Regional Director of Programs and implement them during enrichment activity time.
• Maintain open lines of communication with other Youth Development Professionals, the Regional Director of Program, and club members

Leadership and Supervision

• Support, and manage club members during program hours.
• Participate in periodic staff meetings and training as required.
• Co-deliver enrichment activities and programs with Youth Specialists.

Risk Management and Maintenance

• Ensure program areas comply by understanding and implementing BGCCA
• Assist in maintaining inventories of all program equipment and supplies; ensure all related supplies and equipment are maintained in good order (cleanliness and upkeep of Program Area after usage)

Health and Safety

• Ensure the health and safety of students and staff, by ensuring program areas are safe with evacuation and emergency procedures posted and first aid kits accessible.
• Conduct daily club member health checks and file incident reports to the Regional Director of Programs .
• Complete Foundations in Health & Safety training and Mandated Reporter training.
  

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; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External : Support external contact as instructed with community groups, schools, member's parents, public stakeholders and others as directed by the supervisor. Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working with Teens aged 13-19 yrs old
• Understanding of youth development principles, ability to motivate youth in a positive way
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Principles related to the development of youth between 13 and 19 years of age
• Experience working within diverse cultures preferred
• Model and guide youth in strengths-based problem solving, goal setting and study skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt in a work environment that changes often.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Successful completion of background check
• CPR and First AID Certifications preferred, required within 6 months of hired date

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position may involve lifting, bending, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, and grasping. Must be able to demonstrate and/or describe activities to youth. This position works around youth and adults with moderate exposure to noise. This position will work both indoors and outdoors.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, are encouraged to apply.

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