POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Youth Development Professional

Department

Operations

Reports To

Program Director

Position Level

Individual Contributor

Direct Service Position

Yes (90%) 

Exemption Status

Nonexempt (Hourly)

POSITION SUMMARY & OVERALL OBJECTIVES

The Youth Development Professional (YDP) leads an assigned group of children. The YDP plans and implements activities, follows behavior management techniques, ensures program spaces maintain organization supports our priority outcome of leading a quality Club experience for children in our program. The YDP will work with school-aged youth ages 5-13 in an out-of-school environment. This position may include occasional evenings/weekend hours to accommodate special events, field trips, and community programs. The YDP is also expected to be flexible and adaptable, taking on other duties to support the organization's objectives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Youth for Success: 30%

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes that foster inclusivity and support members' needs. 
• Provide positive guidance, role modeling, and daily support to members.
• Promote and ensure program participation.

Program Development and Implementation 30%

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging activities for youth (5-13 years of age), ensuring academic success with grant-funded outcomes are being met. 
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure high-quality programming.

Maintain a Safe Environment: 30%

• Always ensure the physical and emotional safety of members  
• Always adhere to all regulations as specified in DCF 251 and BGCDC policies. 
• Provide site and sound supervision to members
• Follow all tracking and attendance procedures.
• Administer first-aid and complete necessary documentation. 
• Always uphold the appearance of the Club through a sanitary and organized program space. 

Ensure a Professional Work Environment: 10%

• Maintain an environment that supports volunteers and community partners. 
• Contributing to the Club climate for youth development includes program collaboration, attendance, and active participation in staff meetings and training (daily, weekly, and organizational).
• Participate in the Young Star program evaluation process. 
• Maintain a professional appearance and communicate professionally to effectively represent the Boys & Girls Clubs brand.

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for fiscal stewardship of organizational and grant-provided funds. 

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: As an integral part of our team, you will maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (both professional and volunteer), Club members, and your supervisor. This continuous communication ensures the seamless exchange of information, facilitates discussions on pertinent issues, clarifies guidelines and instructions, provides instruction and guidance, and offers counseling when necessary.

External: Externally, you will maintain contact as needed with various community groups, schools, members' families, and other stakeholders to foster collaborative relationships and assist in resolving any arising issues. By actively engaging with these external partners, you contribute to creating a supportive network and ensuring the well-being of our members within the broader community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work with youth from ages 5-13
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Field Trip Supervision 
• At least 18 years of age 
• Eligibility as a Caregiver by the Department of Children and Families
• Successful completion of drug test, physical examination. 
• The ability and desire to work with youth in a variety of settings.  
• Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Program Leader Certified within 3 months of accepting role (training provided)
• CPR within 3 months of accepting role (training provided)

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Notable conditions or physical exertion are considered essential duties.

Physical requirements: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals. The ability to clearly and concisely exchange/receive ideas, facts, and/or technical information with others. Ability to visually monitor the activities of club members. The employee must be able to perform CPR or first aid. The employee must use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, jump, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  

The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Activities occur in an indoor and outdoor setting. 

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED/HSED
• At least 240 hours previous experience working with youth in a licensed childcare or comparable environment, preferred

Required Hours 

This position is classified as non-exempt and part-time, temporary, requiring availability during operational hours to fulfill the essential duties of the role. The position requires occasional travel to off-site Clubs, meetings, and events. Typical working hours from M, T, W, F 1:30 pm-6:30 pm TH 12:30 pm-6:30 pm.