Youth Development & Literacy Coach

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northern Indiana Corridor in Frankfort, IN seeks a Youth Development Professional - Blue Ridge to support multi-faceted summer programs for elementary-aged children. You will help plan and run activities, foster positive relationships with members and families, and help create a safe, stimulating learning environment.

Under the Club Director guidance, you will implement curriculum, monitor safety, participate in staff trainings, and contribute to program documentation

Qualifications

• CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience working with youth, including recreation, coaching, training, tutoring, or teaching is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of physical, social recreational games, coaching or tutoring methods is also preferred.
• Ability and willingness to consistently engage youth in all activities is a must.
• Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office, web-and non-web based computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and implementation of holistic programming for members in a fast-paced, energetic environment.
• Facilitate program development that addresses the needs, interests, and characteristics of all members.
• Manage program development that utilizes effective youth development strategies.
• Implement the Club’s safety, guidance, and discipline policies consistently and compassionately.
• Establish and sustain positive, professionally respectful relations with all Club parents and family members.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions as scheduled.
• Participate in the maintenance of a clean, safe environment conducive to youth development.
• Participate in required reporting, documenting, and other administrative functions relative to youth development and program management.
• Interface professionally with Club member’s families/parents, college student and community volunteers, fellow/float staff, and school officials.
• Role model appropriate behavior with respect to attire, boundaries, communication, and social conduct/networking.
• Respond in an appropriate and timely fashion to all written and electronic requests for information.

Skills

Experience with youth

CPR certification

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northern Indiana Corridor in Frankfort, IN seeks a Youth Development Professional - Blue Ridge to support multi-faceted summer programs for elementary-aged children. You will help plan and run activities, foster positive relationships with members and families, and help create a safe, stimulating learning environment.

Under the Club Director guidance, you will implement curriculum, monitor safety, participate in staff trainings, and contribute to program documentation