Youth Development Professional at Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northtowns

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMonday to Friday - 2:00pm to 6:00pmPRIMARY FUNCTION:Work in an assigned group to support, implement, and monitor Clubhouse/Unit programs. Interact daily with assigned children and ensure group safety at all times. Work with supervisors to develop action plans that meet the needs of assigned children. Maintain positive behavior management of assigned groups at all times. Description of Duties (Essential Job Responsibilities):Work with Site Coordinator/Clubhouse Director to execute activity plans that support core program areas and align with Club-wide instructional goals. Allow members to provide feedback and adjust future plans accordingly.Implement a variety of appropriate assessment techniques to evaluate the efficacy of lessons/activities.o Provide constructive feedback for members to develop skills in program areas.Communicate with supervisors to identify instructional and behavioral needs and align experiences accordingly.Participate in regular staff and curriculum meetings as well as professional development opportunities as identified by supervisors.Support special programs and/or eventsProvide guidance and discipline; serve as a positive role modelMaintain cleanliness of all program spacesOther duties as assigned or required.Requirements:Commitment to professional developmentWorking knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities and programming.Enrolled in an accredited college/university or minimum 1 year in related field.Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communications skillsMust be able to problem solve, troubleshoot, use reflective thinking, and work as member of a dynamic teamCompetency in Microsoft Office and Windows operating systems.Positive attitude and good sense of humor18 or overMust complete CPR/First-Aid within the first 6 months of hire.Work Environment:The employee will work primarily indoors with outdoor activities when weather permits. This is a fast paced, active child focused environment that requires constant interaction and attention to the needs of the children.Physical Requirements:The physical demands that are described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to: bend, stoop, kneel, twist, sit, reach with hands, grasp, stand, sit, hear, speak, have finger dexterity, walk, run, lift up to 20 pounds, push, pull and have visual acuity.Job Posted by ApplicantPro