Youth Development Professional

Primary Function:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, such as but not limited to Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and physical education for youth ages 6-18. Youth Development Professionals may also run the Front Desk or the Canteen for snack/meals and are frequently in communication with parents, Club members, and staff alike.

Key Roles:

Promote and stimulate program participation

Provide guidance and role modeling to members

Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members

Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members that respond to their needs and address their gender and cultural diversity

Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality in programs, and appearance of clubhouse at all times

Ensure productive and effective work environment

Monitor program areas to ensure member safety

Oversee the Front Counter area for member check-in and check-out as needed

Operate the Canteen during snack or mealtime as needed, ensuring the Canteen is kept clean and proper food handling methods are utilized

Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and families as needed

Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdown of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/incidents

Complete closing tasks as needed, including various cleaning tasks

Attend all staff meetings and trainings

May participate in special programs or events

In addition to the specific professional job duties, must also possess the ability to:

Be passionate about working with kids!

Exercise excellent customer service and communication skills

Effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook mail, and Outlook calendar

Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members

Represent the Club positively in the community

Continue personal and professional growth by participating in trainings/classes

Prioritize assignments

Ability to work independently and monitor own performance objectives

Be a team player

Skills/Knowledge Required:

High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred

Effectively use Microsoft Office

Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members

Represent the Club positively in the community

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Must be able to stand for at least two hours consecutively

Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance