AM Youth Development Lead — KidsCare

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County; New Paris (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Winter Break Benefit

Dependent Benefit

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County in New Paris is seeking a Youth Development Professional Lead for KidsCare mornings. This part-time role focuses on activity and program support, leading day-to-day site programming and guiding staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment for ages 5-12.

The on-site leader coordinates daily activities, maintains schedules, supports families, and upholds program quality with a commitment to youth development, academic growth, and social-emotional learning.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience working with youth ages 5-12 in supervised settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and coordinate activities for kids.
• Ability to move and monitor children in various spaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and implementation of daily KidsCare programming.
• Develop and manage daily schedules and routines for youth.
• Coach Youth Development Professionals to ensure program quality.
• Support staff coverage, transitions, and daily operations.
• Maintain safe, engaging, inclusive spaces for youth and families.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and leadership as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Youth development understanding

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County in New Paris is seeking a Youth Development Professional Lead for KidsCare mornings. This part-time role focuses on activity and program support, leading day-to-day site programming and guiding staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment for ages 5-12.

The on-site leader coordinates daily activities, maintains schedules, supports families, and upholds program quality with a commitment to youth development, academic growth, and social-emotional learning.