Van Driver / Youth Development Professional-Tee

Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading youth organization is seeking a Van Driver / Youth Development Professional to transport and support teens in a safe environment. The role involves driving, mentoring, and leading activities that foster personal growth and development, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere aligned with healthy living and inclusivity values.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment promoting diversity

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and knowledge of youth development.
• Valid Class E driver’s license is required.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports teen members safely and timely over approved routes.
• Supervises members during transit to ensure safety.
• Plans and implements multiple engaging activities for youth.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Function : The Van Driver / Youth Development Professional-Teens plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided within the Club. The Van Driver / Youth Development Professional- Teens transports teen club members at assigned Unit over approved routes; ensures vehicle is in a safe operating condition; and ensures safety of teen members during transport, loading and unloading from van.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES : (not all-inclusive)

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Transports teen Club members at assigned Unit over approved routes; ensures vehicle is in a safe operating condition; and ensures safety of members during transport, loading and unloading from van.
• Drives van for the purpose of transporting teen members or participants whose names and contact information are on approved rosters over approved routes and to / from Club, school, home, events, field trips, etc. in a safe and timely manner.
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance inspections for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and reporting mechanical defects if noted.
• Informs Club personnel, parents, etc. of practices and incidents (e.g. rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for follow-up action and / or proper procedures.
• Maintains assigned van, both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. incident reports, inspections, passenger misconduct, mileage, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and / or conveying information.
• Supervises members during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following Club Policy.
• Ensure engagement, promote and stimulate participation, and consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities.
• Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, role modeling to members and overall direction for their leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement and academic progress.
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the club at all times.
• Engaging members in activities successfully and provide a safe environment for members.
• Support members emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts successfully.
• Plan and facilitate purposeful and engaging activities and group projects.
• Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets and other administrative duties.
• Participate in training and staff development activities.
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in club staff meetings.
• Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members and supervisor to receive / provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines / instructions ; instruct; collaborate; and advise / counsel.
• Mandatory cleaning and closing of program area daily.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS : (not all inclusive)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
• Individual must be able to satisfactorily pass drivers and background checks, maintain excellent driving record and have a valid Class E driver’s license.
• Experience working with children and knowledge of youth development.
• Certifications and credentials in respective skill-based activity highly preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment background checks.
• Experience and ability in creating interactive and educational activities.
• Strong organization, time management skills and ability to set priorities.
• Obtain strong work ethic, positive attitude, high level of energy and adaptability.
• Ability to independently problem solve, follow directions, schedules, policies and guidelines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to assist at other BGCGKC locations as needed.
• Must be comfortable assisting with other job functions in the Club as needed.

General BGCGKC Expectations :

• Healthy Behavior Modeling – Teaching teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCGKC priority. As a result, all staff are expected to model healthy behavior while working with our members.
• Inclusive Environment – BGCGKC values creating child-friendly environments, where teens of all backgrounds can be successful and participate. BGCGKC expects employees to embrace and support DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) of all members and colleagues.
• Continuous Learning – Building the knowledge of staff is central to BGCGKC. The organization encourages and requires that all staff participates in all professional development opportunities that continue to cultivate their skills in youth development.
• Safe Spaces – Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCGKC is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, mental, or emotional abuse.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :

• Required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Perform Safety-sensitive culture requiring a constant state of alertness.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.