What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional position at Boys & Girls Club of Elizabethton/Carter County?
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate programs and activities within the core program areas
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities)
Prepare youth for success
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
- promote and stimulate program participation
- participate in new member orientation process
- provide guidance and role modeling to members
Program Development and Implementation
- Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in program, and appearance of the Club at all times
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the Club at all times. Prepare periodic program/activity reports.
Supervision
- Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- May participate in special programs and/or events
- May be required to drive club van
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club Staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.
SKILLS/KNOWLESDGE REQUIRED:
High School Diploma
Experience working with children
Knowledge of youth development
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
Ability to deal with general public
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications (will be provided by the Club)
Valid State Driver’s License
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to participate in games and activities with members
Job Types: Internship, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Elizabethton, TN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- youth: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $11