Youth Development Leader - Inspire Growth & Community

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Youth Development Professional to support planning, implementing, and evaluating programs for art, athletics, and academics, while supervising club members.

The role emphasizes engagement, safety, and positive outcomes, with evening hours during the school year and additional shifts in summer. A high school diploma or GED and youth development experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, minimum of two years college experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid driver's license and pass motor vehicle driving record check.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members and quality in programs.
• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Recognizes club members for program participation and achievement.
• Maintains records to track attendance and participation.
• Recommends development of new programs and enhancement of existing programming.
• Promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Orients new member programs, special events, and opportunities as well as club safety, program and disciplinary rules.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
• Participates in training and educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills as well as in programmatic / club staff meetings.
• Maintains order as required and as per BGCMLA policy, discipline of club members.
• Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants.
• Monitors supply needs and informs Supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Ensures supply and program areas are neat and orderly, and bulletin boards and notices are current.
• Completes and submits all required paperwork on time.
• Recommends needed repairs to facility and / or equipment.
• As needed the position will be involved in collaborative, or engage in leading, community outreach, program extension, and club related event activities.
• Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include driving the club vehicles, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth development

Program planning

Communication

Supervision

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years college experience

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Youth Development Professional to support planning, implementing, and evaluating programs for art, athletics, and academics, while supervising club members.

The role emphasizes engagement, safety, and positive outcomes, with evening hours during the school year and additional shifts in summer. A high school diploma or GED and youth development experience are preferred.