Youth Development Professional - Temporary Summer

Reporting to the Club Director and under the direction of the Assistant Club Supervisor, the Summer Youth Development Professional (YDP) is a temporary position responsible for planning, implementing, facilitating, and supervising engaging summer activities and events within designated program areas. The YDP supports the delivery of fun, high-quality seasonal programming that meets the diverse interests and needs of members, their families, and the community.

This role collaborates with staff and volunteers to ensure effective program implementation and a positive Club experience. The Summer YDP promotes a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment while maintaining the quality of programs and the overall appearance of the Club at all times.

This is a temporary summer position. Summer programming begins June 8 and runs through July 2 at this site but there will be opportunities to work at other sites in the region up through July 24th.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Create an environment at the Club that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes; promote and stimulate program participation.
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all members. Provides guidance and role modeling to club members.
• Coordinate assigned program services and cooperative learning activities for youth that are both fun, educational and developmentally appropriate.
• Effectively plan, lead, monitor and evaluate a variety of programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality of programs, gender and cultural diversity.
• Responsible for daily set-up and clean-up of all materials used during the program.
• Supervise members in program area. Position yourself in program area to continually monitor and supervise the safety and behavior of members. Focus on maintaining a safe, positive atmosphere for all youth.
• Maintain accurate program attendance records, progress in curriculum, and any member conduct or other issues and submits them in a timely manner. Prepare periodic activity reports and/or grant reports.
• Cultivate positive relationships with members, their parents and/or guardians, supervisor, staff, and volunteers by communicating effectively.
• Ensure equipment is in good condition, with safety precautions posted (where needed) and members are instructed in proper and safe use of equipment.
• Perform daily duties that ensure the Club space is properly maintained, organized, clean and safe.
• Assess facility needs and perform janitorial/maintenance duties, i.e., mopping, cleaning tables, trash removal, changing light bulbs, hanging posters, painting, moving equipment, etc.
• Attend and participate in Staff Trainings, which is essential to professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Work overtime as assigned
• Travel overnight as required
• Work cooperatively with others
• Work in cold/hot/dusty/loud environment
• Comply with all company policies and procedures

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum of 18 years of age; High School diploma or GED required;
• Minimum of 1 year experience working directly with school aged youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Knowledge of program planning/instruction, experience in implementation and assessment; provide instruction, direction, coaching and guidance.
• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation.
• Ability to effectively communicate with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and community partners while displaying tact, maturity and flexibility.
• Experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth; motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation.
• Work ethic to be responsible, accountable, provide follow up, complete tasks, and meet deadlines in a professional manner with accuracy and on schedule.
• Must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours each day, adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment, complete other essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned.
• Aptitude to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. Respond according to procedures for emergency, safety and disciplinary situations.
• Must complete any school district requirements