Youth Care Professional (Winnemucca)

Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nivati mental health program

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows seeks a Youth Development Professional to work with children on activities such as art, sports, and field trips in Winnemucca, NV. The role emphasizes safety, mentorship, and positive role modeling.

This part-time position offers flexible evenings and weekends, a starting pay of $14.50 per hour, and benefits including PTO, tuition reimbursement, and access to Nivati mental health resources.

Qualifications

• Traits: fun, energetic and excited individual.
• Interest in pursuing a career in education or childcare (e.g., HDFS, CDA, Education, Counseling).
• Passion for building a better community and mentoring children.
• Ability to communicate with children, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, engaging environment for children.
• Plan and lead activities and field trips.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for kids.

Skills

Fun & energetic

Education & childcare

Community building

Experience with children

Communication with families

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Boys and Girls Club Winnemucca Club - Winnemucca, NV 89445

Salary Range: $14.50 - $14.50 Hourly

Work Where the Fun Happens!

As a Youth Development Professional

As a Youth Development Professional at the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows (BGCTM), you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children while enjoying a fun and fulfilling job. You'll work with kids on a variety of activities, including art projects, sports, fitness, field trips, and more - helping them to develop new skills, build confidence, and make new friends.

Our Mission

To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as caring, productive, responsible citizens.

Additional responsibilities

As a counselor, you'll be responsible for creating a safe and engaging environment for children, planning and leading activities, and serving as a positive role model and mentor. You'll also have the chance to take the kids on exciting field trips, exploring the community, and introducing them to new experiences.

One of the best things about working as a Youth Development Professional at the Boys & Girls Club is that you'll have your nights and weekends free to enjoy your own adventures. Plus, you'll get paid to make a difference in the lives of kids and families in your community.

Whether you're a college student with a passion for education or youth development, or a high school student looking for a fun and meaningful job, the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows is the perfect place to build your skills, make new connections, and have a positive impact.

Benefits

• Part-time employees are enrolled in Nivati - a free mental health and wellbeing program.
• When we say we nurture great connections and build great futures, we don’t just mean for the students; as a staff member of BGCTM, you’ll strengthen your future as well through annual tuition reimbursement.
• Plus, part-time employees are eligible for PTO.
• Pay starts at $14.50 an hour.

Schedule

This role is part-time and we always aim for consistent schedules for our staff. Hours of operation are 7:30am to 5:30pm. Winnemucca BGCTM sites.

Qualifications

We have great staff that can teach you skills on the job, but there are some traits that will make you more successful as a Youth Development Professional:

• You are a fun, energetic, and excited individual
• You want to pursue a career in education and childcare, such as HDFS, CDA, Education, Counseling, etc.
• You have a passion for building a better community
• You have experience working with, teaching, nurturing, and/or mentoring children
• You have the ability to communicate and cooperate with children, other staff, and parents
• Minimum of 17 years or older

Safety & Background Checks

As part of our commitment to child and member safety, there are some additional steps that all hires will be asked to complete:

• You will need to provide 3 references. These references should be professional references if you have work experience. If you don’t have work experience, these references can be any non-family member over the age of 18 who can speak to your character and professionalism.
• You will also be asked to complete a drug screen for any illegal substances, a background check, and a fingerprint check.

Our Values

We have a commitment to being great.

At Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a great life, inspired by GREAT values: Generous, Respectful, Encouraging, Accountability, and Trustworthy. Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows is committed to practicing those values to create places where every kid feels safe and connected—a place to belong and a place to become—and a fun, positive work environment where you can be sure you’re making a difference.