What is the Boys & Girls Club?

As “The Positive Place For Kids” we provide guidance-oriented character development programs for children 6 to 18 years old conducted by a full-time professional staff. The Boys & Girls Club of Evansville nurtures young people’s self-esteem by instilling in them a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence and competence. Our Clubs do this daily by providing young people with well-rounded programming. Core programs at the Club engage young people annually in activities with adults, peers and family members that enable them to develop self-esteem and to reach their full potential.

TITLE: Youth Development Professional

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Program Aide / Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.

During the school year this role primarily works weekdays, 2:30pm - 7:30pm.

During the summer this role primarily works weekdays, 8:30am - 4:30pm.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Prepare Youth for Success

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
• promote and stimulate program participation;
• provide guidance and role modeling to members.

Program Development and Implementation

• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.

Supervision

• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings and training sessions.
• May participate in special programs and/or events.
• May be required to drive Club van.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Relationships

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in working with children.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public of any socio-economic and ethnic background and youth age group.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Mandatory CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions certifications.
• Valid State Driver’s License and good driving record. Agreeable to obtain a driver's license if not currently held.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to perform gross and fine motor activities.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, pull up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to handle hazardous/infectious waste; work where chemicals are used for cleaning; work where environmental dust, mist, and/or steam are occasionally present.
• Must be able to pass any and all required background screens and drug screens at any time of employment.

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.

For more information visit our website at https://bgclubevv.org/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person