Youth Development Professional- Full time/Yr. round

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

To assist, under the direct supervision of the Program Director in planning and implementing current and new programs of the Nantucket Boy's and Girl's Club, as well as the Boys & Girls Clubs of America programs for members.

KEY ROLES

• Introduce recreational and educational programs.
• Encourage member participation in Club activities.
• Assist the Program Director in selection of boys and girls who, because of special needs, are to be recommended to the proper referral agency.
• Respond appropriately to behavior issues as a professional in youth development.
• Be responsible for daily maintenance of program areas.
• Focus on safety of members with supervision and structured activity.

During summer months, the position shifts as a camp counselor with a variety of tasks separate from school year

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; superior interpersonal skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature; flexible. Good reasoning abilities and sound judgment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Maintain close, daily contact with staff and supervisors. Mandated reporter.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Experience and knowledge of youth development
• Ability to mentor and motivate youth
• CPR and First Aid certified

Physical Demands:

• Ability to continuously stand or walk.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to be outdoors during all seasons

Important Notes:

Must be available to work until 8:00pm and on weekends, including teen nights. You must be flexible as determined by the needs of the program.

Limited housing available for right candidate.

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Camp: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Nantucket, MA 02554 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Nantucket, MA 02554: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24