Parkside KidsCare Youth Development Professional - PM

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County; Goshen (IN); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Youth Development Professional at Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County provides a safe, engaging environment for youth ages 5-12 participating in KidsCare programming. You will help deliver high-quality activities that support academics, health, and positive relationships.

Part-time role, 17.5 hours weekly, Monday to Friday 2:00pm–5:30pm. Requires a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to supervise and move throughout activity spaces with energy and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with youth, families, and staff.
• Ability to supervise youth ages 5-12 and respond to safety concerns.
• Strong interpersonal skills and energy for youth engagement.

Responsabilités

• Actively supervise and engage youth during daily activities, keeping all members in view.
• Support delivery of fun, educational activities that promote learning, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles.
• Model positive behavior and foster inclusion, belonging, and positive relationships.
• Assist with attendance, records, and staff meetings as required.

Connaissances

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Bilingual (preferred)

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Are you wanting to make a difference, impact local youth, and have the best job ever? Looking for more than a career? Are you searching for a mission where you Inspire and Empower all young people to reach their full potential? If building a strong community is your passion, our team is for you!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County have been changing children's lives for over 65 years! We have opportunities to mentor youth by assisting with program activities and creating on-going relationships. This role focuses on activity and program support at our school based KidsCare location.

Job Summary:

The Youth Development Professional plays an important role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for youth ages 5-12 participating in KidsCare programming. This position supports the implementation of high-quality programs and activities that promote youth development, academic success, social-emotional growth, healthy lifestyles, and positive relationships.

The Youth Development Professional actively engages youth in daily programming, fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment, and helps create meaningful experiences that support each child's sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence.

Hours & Schedule

• Part-time, 17.5 hours per week
• Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-5:30pm

Duties & Responsibilities:

Youth Supervision & Safety

• Actively supervise and engage youth throughout daily program activities, maintaining full visibility and awareness of members at all times.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all members by enforcing Club expectations, monitoring behavior, and maintaining clean, organized, and hazard-free program areas.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to injuries, emergencies, behavioral concerns, and safety situations in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Support safe transitions, routines, and structured supervision in indoor and outdoor environments.

Program Delivery & Youth Engagement

• Support the implementation of fun, creative, and educational activities that encourage learning, teamwork, personal growth, and positive youth outcomes.
• Utilize Youth Development Strategies to foster members' sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence.
• Create positive interactions and meaningful experiences that support youth development and engagement.
• Encourage participation and help create an inclusive environment where all youth feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Relationship Building & Positive Culture

• Model and reinforce positive behavior, respect, responsibility, and inclusion.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with members, families, coworkers, and school personnel to support a positive Club experience.
• Contribute to a welcoming, team-oriented environment that reflects the mission and values of Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County.

Administrative Support & Professional Development

• Assist with attendance tracking, record-keeping, program documentation, and other assigned administrative tasks.
• Participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with organizational expectations, safety requirements, and program procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Bilingual Preferred
• Demonstrated competence working with youth ages 5-12.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with high energy and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to move continuously throughout program areas (walking figure-8 patterns, bending, kneeling, reaching) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to visually and audibly monitor children in a variety of settings (indoor and outdoor)
• Ability to maintain composure and make quick, sound decisions in emergency or behavioral situations
• Position may require standing/sitting for extended periods of time, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist, and ability to lift, carry, pull or otherwise move objects up to 20lbs.