Youth Development Professional

1 month ago

Louisville, United States Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description
Youth Development Professional
Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Location:
Reports to: Club Director
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: $17.00 per hour

About Us
Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana (BGCK) is an out-of-school time provider, offering a safe haven for youth who need us most. Our mission is to inspire & enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize & develop their full potential as productive, responsible & caring citizens.

Essential Job Responsibilities
The Youth Development Professional provides direct supervision of youth members and is responsible for the implementation of programs and activities.

  • Youth Development
    • Create a Club environment that supports and facilitates the achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship
    • Provide guidance and role modeling to all Club members
    • Provide on-site supervision to members to ensure a healthy and safe environment
    • Maintain a positive outlook and attitude with members, and provide constructive feedback on their efforts and progress
    • Assist members in building conflict resolution skills and teach them to accept responsibility for their actions
  • Programming
    • Implement, monitor, and evaluate programs and activities for members
    • Promote member program participation
    • Ensure the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development is utilized during all programs and activities:
      • Safe and Positive Environment
      • Fun
      • Supportive Relationships
      • Opportunities and Expectations
      • Recognition
    • Ensure the Youth Development Strategy is applied during all programs and activities:
      • Sense of Belonging
      • Sense of Usefulness
      • Sense of Influence
      • Sense of Competency
    • Maintain records to track attendance and participation
    • Help maintain a clean and welcoming facility
Additional Responsibilities
  • Travel between Clubs and/or the Admin Office for trainings and meetings
  • All other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements of the Work Environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and loud environment
  • Ability to continuously stand and move around the Club
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to navigate stairs (if located at our Parkland or California Clubs)
Qualifications
  • Education
    • High School degree or G.E.D. is required
    • College degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required
  • Work Experience
    • A minimum of one years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization which includes the supervision of youth and the implementation of programs and activities
  • Skills
    • A passion and understanding of the mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of BGCK
    • Ability to maintain a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude in the workplace
    • High ethical standards
    • Strong communication skills, both oral and written
    • Ability to maintain professional relationships with internal staff and external partners
    • An understanding of the needs and interests of young people
    • Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary actions
Benefits
  • 401(k) Participation & Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Self-Care Days
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Free Club Membership for Children of Staff

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcomes applicants with disabilities and applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Request for Accommodation in the Recruitment Process
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to HR@bgcky.org.

Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Any benefits listed in this job description is presented for illustrative purposes. Ultimately, the full benefit package available to an employee will be outlined in an employment offer letter. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful outcomes of a background check.

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