Youth Development Professional

Youth Development Professional

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as caring, productive, responsible citizens. Since 1956, the organization has been dedicated to safely serving youth in our local community. We provide out-of-school time opportunities to school-aged youth in Monroe and Owen Counties through camps and after-school programs. Our high-quality Club experience is formulated to have positive outcomes that develop essential skills related to Health & Well-Being, Character & Leadership, Academic Success, and Life & Workforce Readiness. America Needs Club Kids and Club Kids Need You.

We wholeheartedly embrace a vibrant and clearly articulated culture that revolves around these core principles: We know our mission and shared vision of success. We take ownership of our work and empower others to do the same. We approach our work with a sense of unity. We recognize individual and Club successes, excellence, and milestone moments. We are teachable and coachable, and value feedback that helps us improve and grow. We address interpersonal conflicts with directness and professionalism. We demonstrate respect by assuming positive intent, utilizing active listening, and fostering a safe environment where seeking and offering help is encouraged. We show up each day with a dedication to safety and positivity. We will purposefully leave a legacy and pass the torch for generations to follow.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Youth Development Professional (YDP) is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and activities, including programs that focus on academic achievement, healthy lifestyles and good character and citizenship. The YDP ensures a high level of participation in positive youth development programs. The YDP works under the direction of the Program Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with tracking daily attendance, checking in members and other applicable program administrative duties.
• Prepare information for reporting purposes when necessary.
• Prepare daily material and supplies for all programs. Manage inventory of supplies.
• Encourage a positive environment for members to learn, interact, and grow.
• Assist with clean-up and organization of all program areas.
• Build positive relationships with youth, volunteers, parents, schools, and community.
• Report to the Program Director.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 or more year’s program management experience is required.
• Higher education enrollment/degree preferred.
• Individuals must be knowledgeable of youth development practices.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, self-direction and creativity.
• Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills.
• Exhibits professionalism.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with staff, volunteers and public.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to work with people from diverse racial/cultural/socioeconomic backgrounds.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to perform gross and fine motor activities required for typing, writing, simple manipulations such as telephone buttons, computer keyboards, fax machine buttons, etc. 2. Ability to work in a professional environment and positively represent organization under various levels of stress.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Visual acuity for accurate reading, typing, filing and use of computer screen. 5. Ability to work at a rapid pace and where frequent interruptions and changes in plans or deadlines may occur.
• Hearing is needed for purposes of business related phone communications, public broadcasts, answering incoming phone calls, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 to 50 pounds for office supplies, audio equipment, and other items needed for the preparation and takedown of special events.
• Ability to operate a safe mode of transportation for publicity functions/events, transportation of supplies, and meetings.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, squat for filing and retrieval of stored files and supplies.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.