Youth Development Professional
Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Location: Newburg Club (5020 East Indian Trail, Louisville, KY 40218)
Reports to: Club Director
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: $15.00 per hour
About Us
Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana (BGCK) is an out-of-school time provider, offering a safe haven for youth who need us most. Our mission is to inspire & enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize & develop their full potential as productive, responsible & caring citizens.
Essential Job Responsibilities
The Youth Development Professional provides direct supervision of youth members and is responsible for the implementation of programs and activities.
Youth Development
Create a Club environment that supports and facilitates the achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship
Provide guidance and role modeling to all Club members
Provide on-site supervision to members to ensure a healthy and safe environment
Maintain a positive outlook and attitude with members, and provide constructive feedback on their efforts and progress
Assist members in building conflict resolution skills and teach them to accept responsibility for their actions
Programming
Implement, monitor, and evaluate programs and activities for members
Promote member program participation
Ensure the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development is utilized during all programs and activities:
Safe and Positive Environment
Fun
Supportive Relationships
Opportunities and Expectations
Recognition
Ensure the Youth Development Strategy is applied during all programs and activities:
Sense of Belonging
Sense of Usefulness
Sense of Influence
Sense of Competency
Maintain records to track attendance and participation
Help maintain a clean and welcoming facility
Additional Responsibilities
Travel between Clubs and/or the Admin Office for trainings and meetings
All other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements of the Work Environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced and loud environment
Ability to continuously stand and move around the Club
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally
Ability to navigate stairs (if located at our Parkland or California Clubs)
Qualifications
Education
High School degree or G.E.D. is required
College degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required
Work Experience
A minimum of one year’s work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization which includes the supervision of youth and the implementation of programs and activities
Skills
A passion and understanding of the mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of BGCK
Ability to maintain a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude in the workplace
High ethical standards
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to maintain professional relationships with internal staff and external partners
An understanding of the needs and interests of young people
Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary actions
Benefits
401(k) Participation & Matching
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Self-Care Days
12 Paid Holidays
Free Club Membership for Children of Staff
Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Any benefits listed in this job description is presented for illustrative purposes. Ultimately, the full benefit package available to an employee will be outlined in an employment offer letter. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful outcomes of a background check.
EEO Statement
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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