The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside requires

Full-Time position

Location: Redlands, CA

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

TK Youth Leaders work with members in grades TK-Kindergarten and sometimes 1^st grade at the Boys & Girls Clubs Hansberger Clubhouse. Our TK Youth Leaders make a positive impact in a child’s life every single day. Youth Leaders are role models and mentors. Together with their team, they work to foster the 5 key elements of Boys & Girls Clubs: A Safe, Positive Environment, A Sense of Belonging, Fun, Opportunities and Expectations, and Recognition. (This is a contracted position partnering with Redlands Unified School District staff to work on the school calendar schedule.)

TITLE: TK – Kinder Youth Development Specialist (full-time, non-exempt)

Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: TK Site Coordinator

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain a staff-to-member ratio of 1 staff to 10 members.
• Must be available to work between the hours of 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Driving the Club vans to transport youth to and from school.
• Motivate and encourage program participation with members.
• Provide homework/academic support.
• Provide a safe environment for members through active supervision, setting clear expectations and maintaining clean program areas.
• Create an engaging, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment for members.
• Provide constant, active supervision; implement and follow BGCGRR behavioral guidelines.
• Provide guidance, affirm positive behavior and act as a role model and mentor to members.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED, required.
• Degree or 48 Early Childcare Education credits, required.
• Experience working with children (volunteer work counts)
• Knowledge of youth development stages, is required.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to plan and implement quality activities for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise youth in a safe environment.
• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Valid State Driver’s License and Current Auto Insurance.
• Must clear Background checks, Drug Screen, & Employment Physical.
• CPR & First Aid Certifications - required within 90 days of hire (we provide certification courses).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Physically able to work with children (capable of bending, squatting, twisting, and standing on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, carts, and file cabinet drawers and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and multi-task.
• The job requires about 50% walking, 30% standing, and 20% sitting.

Note: This position will be in-person working at the Hansberger Clubhouse and providing transportation for youth. We are taking all necessary precautions to ensure our employees' safety.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups.
• LGBTQ friendly workplace.

Commitment to Safety

• Contribute to an environment of safety through the learning and implementation and monitoring of all safety-related best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Promote accountability to safety through consistent observation, adherence to all safety rules and practices and proactive communication among members, parents, peers, and leadership.
• Obtain and maintain Mandated Reporter training and complete annual Child Abuse Prevention training.
• Complete training and participate in all Emergency Preparedness protocols including drills and communication practices.

DISCLAIMER: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside requires a 4-point background check for all employees before hire and during employment that includes social security verification, local comprehensive criminal history search, national comprehensive criminal history search, and sex offender registry search. Per the organization’s Screening & Onboarding Policy, a person is ineligible to obtain employment with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside if such person has been convicted of any misdemeanor against children or any felony consisting of murder, child abuse, domestic violence, abduction or human trafficking, rape or sexual assault, arson, weapons, physical assault or battery, or drug possession (use or distribution) in the last five years.