The position of Youth Development Professional - Athletics & Health is responsible for creating, planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating program outcomes in diversified Athletics programs for youth between the ages of 6 and 18. In addition, the position also provides supervision and promotes engagement of club members, and ensures a safe and supportive environment for club members by promoting positive relationships.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Orients new members programs, special events, and opportunities as well as club safety, program and disciplinary rules.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
• Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include driving the club vans, tutoring, etc.
• Participates in training / educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Programs

• Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities for members.
• Creates and coaches age appropriate Athletics programs that will include sports leagues, such as tennis, soccer and basketball, etc.
• Develops and posts daily, weekly and monthly program plans and schedules.
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, program effectiveness and outcomes.
• Recognizes club members for program participation and achievement.
• Maintains records to track attendance and participation.
• Recommends development of new programs / enhancement of existing programming.
• Responsible for the upkeep of program technology.

Supervision and Administrative Management

• Maintains order and, as required and as per BGCMLA policy, discipline of club members.
• Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants.
• Ensures a productive work environment by participating in programmatic / club staff meetings.
• Monitors supply needs and orders required supplies through approved vendors and within budget with approval of Supervisor.
• Keeps supply areas neat and orderly.
• Completes and submits all required paperwork on time.
• Insures program area is attractive, neat and clean and bulletin boards and notices are current.
• Recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

• High School diploma or GED, minimum of two years of college experience preferred.
• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of two years where:
  • There is experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
  • Formal training, and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging sports and fitness experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and pass motor vehicle driving record check.
• Pass criminal background check.
• Pass (negative result) a TB test.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Prior experience working in a Boys & Girls Club preferred.
• Prior experience in sports coaching or fitness training preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, and SKILLS

• Knowledge of sports, fitness, and youth development in general.
• Skilled in creative planning, implementing quality sports programs, organizational and project management, and working toward positive outcomes.
• Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues. Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and parents. Ability to demonstrate a professional manner in all interactions, able to facilitate a diverse group of youth effectively, and to organize time well and focus on completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING

• Travel between sites and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Club of Metro Los Angeles.
• Hours are based on school calendar and attendance patterns/trends – evening hours are required during the school year; hours will vary during summer and school breaks; occasional weekend hours are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position requires the ability to maintain a stationary position and engage in physical activities such as moving, bending, reaching, and positioning. It may also involve traversing and ascending/descending as necessary. The role includes frequent interruptions via in-person contact, phone calls, and email communications.

Work environments may vary, encompassing both indoor and outdoor conditions based on activity locations. Additionally, interactions with youth and adults may involve moderate to high noise levels during activities. Physical exertion may be necessary to move and transport supplies and equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Nothing in this job description restricts the right of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles Management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job or change this job description at any time.