Youth Development Professional

Alameda Boys and Girls Club; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Boys and Girls Club seeks a Youth Development Professional to plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate activities across Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and PE for youth aged 6-18.

Under supervision of the Program Director, you may also run the Front Desk or Canteen, communicating with parents, members, and staff while promoting safe, engaging programs and ensuring quality club conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• DOJ fingerprint clearance required.
• Ability to work with volunteers, families, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate activities for youth ages 6-18.
• Assist with front desk and snack/canteen operations as needed.
• Maintain safety, conduct, and development standards across all programs.
• Prepare records and reports on participation and incidents.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook Mail

Outlook Calendar

Job description

Primary Function:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, such as but not limited to Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and physical education for youth ages 6-18. Youth Development Professionals may also run the Front Desk or the Canteen for snack/meals and are frequently in communication with parents, Club members, and staff alike.

Primary Function:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Youth Development Professional plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, such as but not limited to Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and physical education for youth ages 6-18. Youth Development Professionals may also run the Front Desk or the Canteen for snack/meals and are frequently in communication with parents, Club members, and staff alike.

Key Roles:

• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members that respond to their needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality in programs, and appearance of clubhouse at all times
• Ensure productive and effective work environment
• Monitor program areas to ensure member safety
• Oversee the Front Counter area for member check-in and check-out as needed
• Operate the Canteen during snack or mealtime as needed, ensuring the Canteen is kept clean and proper food handling methods are utilized
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and families as needed
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdown of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/incidents
• Complete closing tasks as needed, including various cleaning tasks
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings
• May participate in special programs or events

In addition to the specific professional job duties, must also possess the ability to:

• Be passionate about working with kids!
• Exercise excellent customer service and communication skills
• Effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook mail, and Outlook calendar
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members
• Represent the Club positively in the community
• Continue personal and professional growth by participating in trainings/classes
• Prioritize assignments
• Ability to work independently and monitor own performance objectives
• Be a team player

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Effectively use Microsoft Office
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members
• Represent the Club positively in the community
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand for at least two hours consecutively
• Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance