Youth Development Lead — After-School Club

Mybgc; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington is seeking a year-round Youth Development Professional Program Lead in Vancouver, WA. The role focuses on planning engaging activities for grades 1–5, promoting positive development, and maintaining safe, supportive club spaces.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, pass required background checks, and bring a mindset of inclusion and youth-first work. This is a part-time position with after-school hours and summer coverage.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 18 years old or older for Elementary Clubs.
• Must be 21 years old or older for Teen Clubs.
• Must pass a national criminal background check, a social security verification, a local criminal background check, and a national sex offender registry check.
• Prior experience working with youth is preferred.
• This role requires physical activity, including standing, moving, and bending.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities that are fun, age-appropriate, and inclusive.
• Align activities with program goals and outcome areas.
• Use conflict resolution and restorative practices to manage behavior.
• Support youth in developing problem-solving skills.
• Provide consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Model respectful, responsible, and professional behavior.
• Supervise youth at all times to ensure safety and engagement.
• Set and maintain clear behavioral expectations.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Keep program areas clean, organized, and ready for the next day.
• Collaborate with fellow Youth Development Professionals, volunteers, and Club Management to deliver high-quality programming.
• Work directly with youth in grades 1 through 5 to support positive development and engagement.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance skills.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Restorative practices

Supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington is seeking a year-round Youth Development Professional Program Lead in Vancouver, WA. The role focuses on planning engaging activities for grades 1–5, promoting positive development, and maintaining safe, supportive club spaces.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, pass required background checks, and bring a mindset of inclusion and youth-first work. This is a part-time position with after-school hours and summer coverage.