Youth Development Professional Academic Year at Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Position TitleYouth Development Professional – School YearDepartmentOperationsPrimary LocationMcKenzie Family ClubHybrid/Partially RemoteReports ToProgram DirectorDirect Service PositionYes (What percentage: 90%)Exemption StatusNonexempt (Hourly)Pay$16.25/hourPOSITION SUMMARY & OVERALL OBJECTIVESThe Youth Development Professional (YDP) leads an assigned group of children. The YDP plans and implements activities, follows behavior management techniques, ensures program spaces maintain organization supports our priority outcome of leading a quality Club experience for children in our program. The YDP will work with school-aged youth ages 5-13 in an out-of-school environment. This position may include occasional evenings/weekend hours to accommodate special events, field trips, and community programs. The YDP is also expected to be flexible and adaptable, taking on other duties to support the organization's objectives.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPrepare Youth for Success: 30%Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes that foster inclusivity and support members' needs. Provide positive guidance, role modeling, and daily support to members.Promote and ensure program participation.Program Development and Implementation 30%Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging activities for youth (5-13 years of age), ensuring academic success with grant-funded outcomes are being met. Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure high-quality programming.Maintain a Safe Environment: 30%Always ensure the physical and emotional safety of members Always adhere to all regulations as specified in DCF 251 and BGCDC policies. Provide site and sound supervision to membersFollow all tracking and attendance procedures.Administer first-aid and complete necessary documentation. Always uphold the appearance of the Club through a sanitary and organized program space. Ensure a Professional Work Environment: 10%Maintain an environment that supports volunteers and community partners. Contributing to the Club climate for youth development includes program collaboration, attendance, and active participation in staff meetings and training (daily, weekly, and organizational).Participate in the Young Star program evaluation process. Maintain a professional appearance and communicate professionally to effectively represent the Boys & Girls Clubs brand.BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for fiscal stewardship of organizational and grant-provided funds. RELATIONSHIPSInternal: As an integral part of our team, you will maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (both professional and volunteer), Club members, and your supervisor. This continuous communication ensures the seamless exchange of information, facilitates discussions on pertinent issues, clarifies guidelines and instructions, provides instruction and guidance, and offers counseling when necessary.External: Externally, you will maintain contact as needed with various community groups, schools, members' families, and other stakeholders to foster collaborative relationships and assist in resolving any arising issues. By actively engaging with these external partners, you contribute to creating a supportive network and ensuring the well-being of our members within the broader community.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to work with youth from ages 5-13Problem-Solving SkillsField Trip Supervision At least 18 years of age Eligibility as a Caregiver by the Department of Children and FamiliesSuccessful completion of drug test, physical examination. The ability and desire to work with youth in a variety of settings. Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.Program Leader Certified within 3 months of accepting role (training provided)CPR within 3 months of accepting role (training provided)Working conditions & Physical demandsPhysical requirements: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals. The ability to clearly and concisely exchange/receive ideas, facts, and/or technical information with others. Ability to visually monitor the activities of club members. The employee must be able to perform CPR or first aid. The employee must use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, jump, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Activities occur in an indoor and outdoor setting. DISCLAIMERThis position description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified above. It is not intended to cover every work assignment the position may have, but rather to cover those work assignments which are predominant, permanent, and recurring. Duties and responsibilities may change, and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned without notice.Requirements:High School Diploma/GED/HSEDAt least 240 hours previous experience working with youth in a licensed childcare or comparable environment, preferredRequired Hours Typical working hours, including required holidays and travel.This position is classified as non-exempt and part-time, temporary, requiring availability during operational hours to fulfill the essential duties of the role. The position requires occasional travel to off-site Clubs, meetings, and events. Typical working hours from M, T, W, F 1:30 pm-6:30 pm TH 12:30 pm-6:30 pm.