Passionate about working with children in Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten, and giving back to your community? Looking for a seasonal part-time summer job as a Youth Development Professional with a focus on youth ages 4 through 6 at our branch in San Juan Capistrano. Summer Camp Hours will be anywhere from 5 to 8 hours per day during the time of 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Duties will include planning and implementing activities in one or more of the following areas: education; social recreation; arts and crafts; and physical education along with weekly field trips. Need to hire for a start date of May 31 through August 16.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Branch Director the Youth Development Professional will implement, collect data on outcome driven goals, drive Club vehicles, make purchases and recommend future programs implemented during program hours.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. : Promotes the safety of members. Communicate safety concerns in a timely fashion for both external and internal. Adhere to child safety laws and the Club’s child safety policies.

2. Provides guidance, program support and role modeling to members and other staff. Support members and families going through transitions.

3. : Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates programs with outcome driven goals. Plans, implements and evaluates a wide variety of events. Collects data and researches current trends and makes recommendations for activities, events and programs for upcoming program cycle.

4. Recruits new members and volunteers. Participates in school functions, Club fundraisers, program events and staff meetings.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May participate in collaborative partner events.

2. Will be required to drive Club vehicles.

3. Perform additional duties as requested by the Executive Director, Associate Executive Director, Resource Development Director or Office Manager.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professionals and volunteers), 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 and disseminating information.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School graduate and higher education coursework
• Experience in working with youth grades 6th through 8th grade, running programs and activities
• Knowledge of youth development strategies
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Conflict resolution skills
• Communication skills and how to deal with the general public
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Mandatory valid driver’s license and clear driving record

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person