Youth Development Coach & Mentor

Union-League-Boys-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to deliver daily programs for club youth and advance its mission of promoting good character, academic success, and healthy lifestyles.

You will supervise youth, ensure safety, support emotional and educational growth, and assist coordinators with program materials and outings, working closely with the Youth Development and Programs Coordinator in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Must be enrolled in college or have some college credits.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Commitment to club's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Executes programs designed by the coordinators
• Assures members are safe and engaged in activities
• Encourages emotional, social, and educational growth of individual members
• Direct supervision of club youth members
• Follow program design of the coordinators
• Assists coordinators in assuring all materials for the day are prepared
• Assures program areas are left cleaned and organized at the end of the day
• Data entry
• Staff supervision
• Chaperone for field trips
• Moving materials from the club to school, or school to club

Skills

Youth development

Group leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Patience

Education

Some college courses

Job description

Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to deliver daily programs for club youth and advance its mission of promoting good character, academic success, and healthy lifestyles.

You will supervise youth, ensure safety, support emotional and educational growth, and assist coordinators with program materials and outings, working closely with the Youth Development and Programs Coordinator in a team-focused environment.