What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Youth Development Professional (Midvale) position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake?
Title: Lead Youth Development Professional (YDP)
Reports to: Club Director
Salary Range: $16 DOE, Benefits Eligible
Hours: 30 hours/week, Monday-Friday 12:30pm-6:30pm
To best meet the needs of our youth and community, preference will be given to Spanish/English-speaking candidates.
JOB SUMMARY:
Youth Development Professionals (YDP) develop fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities for youth and teens from diverse backgrounds. Using our three priority outcomes; academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles as a guide, Youth Development Professionals ensure that every Club Member has an Optimal Club Experience that sets them up for lifelong success.
Successful YDPs have a passion for serving others and contributing to the well-being of the community at large. Youth Development Professionals have the ability to connect with young people and offer supportive relationships. They are team players willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that Club Members are safe, recognized, and given the opportunity to learn new skills.
The Lead YDP takes on more responsibility, working under the Club Director and with the Program director to meet the needs of the youth, staff, and program.
The Perks!
- PTO Accrual and Paid Holidays
- Medical and other Insurance Benefits, 401(k)
- Professional development: mentorship with industry leaders, organization-wide training, and professional development scholarships
Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities):
- Plan and implement daily group activities with youth ages 5-12, or 13-18
- Transport youth in Club vehicles (school pick-ups, fieldtrips, etc.)
- Ensure engagement and promote consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities
- Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and role modeling to support their leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement, and academic progress
- Provide active supervision, continually interacting with all members
- Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets, and other paperwork responsibilities
- Plan special events, such as guest speakers, performances, or field trips
- Abide by and carry out safety policies and procedures
- Attend local trainings
Needed Knowledge:
- Willingness to learn and implement Trauma-Informed Practices to create an environment of safety, awareness, trust, and empathy with youth and fellow staff members
- Social-emotional competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making
- Ability to work in high-energy, loud, and active settings with large groups of youth and teens
- Ability to prioritize tasks and accomplish them in a detailed, timely manner
- Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with Club Members, peers, parents, community leaders, etc.
- Self-motivated, and comfortable with both independent and collaborative processes
- Strong group management skills
Requirements:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check, MVR check, and drug screening.
- 21 years and over (to meet driving requirements), and be willing and able to drive 15 passenger vans
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake, diversity is the heart and soul of our history, the populations we serve, and our mission. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that does not discriminate against any protected characteristic or other aspect that makes an individual unique. Our greatest strength comes from the insights, experiences, and knowledge from all people.
If at any point in the application and interview process, you require reasonable accommodation please contact our Human Resource Department.
Salary : $16