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Youth Development Professional

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi ValleyMoline, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 12.00

Responsible for the creation and delivery of a program in one or more areas of the Core Program structure of the Boys and Girls Clubs, including Character & Leadership Development; Education & Career Development; Health & Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness, & Recreation for a specific grade / age level. Assist with overall supervision of Club members and participate in the creation of a safe, positive, engaging, and team-oriented Club atmosphere.

Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Prepare Youth for Success

  • Plan, implement, and assist with the programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes :
  • Support organizational goals and mission through program delivery and team participation with staff and volunteers
  • Help oversee day to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals
  • Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas / activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program areas
  • Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members

Program Development and Implementation

  • Complete learning plans as developed within staff trainings and in accordance with program objectives
  • Support and maintain Club program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members
  • Participate actively in trainings that promote understanding of standards of program philosophy and delivery.
  • Supervision

  • Ensure a productive work environment by participating in regular staff meetings, supporting staff by dealing with behavior problems, and having equipment and supplies readily available.
  • Ensure a happy club environment by engaging children in activities that meet their needs.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Participate in special programs and / or events.
  • Consult with parents / guardians and direct supervisor concerning member attendance, behavior, or opportunities, etc.
  • Must be21or olderwith good driving recordtodrive Club van.
  • Help maintain cleanliness of facilityby checking areas after use and requiring children and staff to clean areas after use
  • Complete mandatory reporter / sexual abuse training within 7 days of hire and annuallythereafter.
  • Skills / Knowledge Required

  • High School diploma or GED required.Associatespreferred.
  • Experience in working with children and knowledge of youth development.
  • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
  • Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
  • Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
  • Specific Competencies

  • Must have high, positiveenergy level to encourage and engage youth in activities, maintain constant flow of activities, and support staff in programmatic needs.
  • Must have good planning and organizational skills and be detail oriented.
  • Ability to deal with the members, staff, and general public in a friendly, professional manner.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Must have good communication skills. PreferSpanishbilingual(spoken and written).
  • Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Ability to perform broad ranging physical responsibilities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted setting
  • Ability to utilize and generate a wide variety of written, digital, technical, verbal, and multi-media information for Club program purposes.
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
  • Reliable transportation
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