Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain in Ahoskie, North Carolina, is seeking a Youth Development Professional (YDP) to lead, organize, and implement engaging programs for youth. The ideal candidate should possess a High School diploma and have experience in youth development, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate and manage behavior effectively.

The role includes supervising club members, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and providing guidance and support during activities. Opportunities for training, advancement, and a supportive team atmosphere are available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to plan and implement quality learning programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement diversified programs for youth.
• Maintain order and discipline among club members.
• Supervise and train volunteers and program assistants.

Skills

Youth development knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate youth

Art, music, STEM skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Unit Director, the Youth Development Professional (YDP) plans, organizes, promotes, and implements a diversified program for BGCCP’s core program areas.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare youth for success
• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Promotes and stimulates daily learning center program participation as well as participation in designated national and special event programs.
• Orients new members to program area, special events, and opportunities as well as club safety, program and disciplinary rules.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.

Program

• Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities for members.
• Develops and posts weekly and monthly program plans.
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members and quality in programs.
• Recognizes club members for program participation and achievement.
• Maintains records to track attendance and participation.
• Maintain CACFP point of service and clean up (if applicable).

Supervision

• Maintains order and discipline of club members.
• Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants.
• Ensures a productive work environment by participating in club leader meetings.

Supplies

• Monitors supply needs.
• Keeps supply room neat and orderly.

Facility

• Ensures program area is attractive, neat and clean and bulletin boards and notices are current.
• Makes and/or recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment.

Other Responsibilities

• Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include driving the club van.
• Participates in training/educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in art, music, STEM, technology (preferred)
• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to three or more years where there is:
• Experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Instruction of youth while creating engaging learning experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to work well with the public.
• Ability to plan and implement quality learning programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Utilize free and donated supplies and encourage donations from community contacts.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Ability to see, hear, speak, walk, stand and sit required to effectively perform essential job responsibilities.

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