Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Paid Sick Time

Training & Development

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is seeking a Youth Program Assistant to help plan, implement, and evaluate activities for youth at the Oxnard site. You will facilitate engaging programs that foster youth development and oversee daily operations with a focus on safety and inclusion.

Responsibilities include coordinating with staff and volunteers, preparing weekly schedules, and supporting events like parent nights and youth recognition initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children in a youth program context.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and practices.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
• Bilingual Spanish helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare youth for success by creating an engaging environment and promoting participation.
• Develop and implement daily/weekly activities; ensure safety and quality.
• Assist with supervising and mentoring members; resolve minor conflicts.
• Coordinate with schools, parents, and staff; support special events and programs.
• May drive the Club van and participate in training and development activities.

Skills

Youth development

Experience with children

Motivation & behavior management

Communication with public

Bilingual - Spanish

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates activities provided in within a specific program area (such as education, social recreation, arts & crafts, and physical education). Facilitate and collaborate on sports programming for the designated site.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

1.Prepare Youth for Success

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes

• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Register new members and participate in their club orientation process; provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Ensure that all programs and activities are organized and conducted in a professionalmanner and are reflective of Boys & Girls Club philosophies
• Provide support to youth and families at all times.

2.Program Development and Implementation

• Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement daily and weekly activities for youth. Be prepared with weekly schedule and each rotation planned in advance using a variety of activities that utilize and teach diverse learning skills.
• Aid in the continual development and implementation of new, fun, and educational activities for youth.
• Aid in the development, planning, and implementation of on-going quarterly activities, special events, parent night, etc.
• Aid with the coordination and facilitation of BGCA National programs (Youth of the Month, Youth of the Year, S.M.A.R.T. Moves, incentive programs, etc.)
• Establish communication links between members, parents, teachers, school staff, police, community leaders, and supervisors.

3.Supervision

• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.
• Assist with the implementation and enforcement of safety policies/procedures regarding participant safety, risk management, and building security.
• Assist with the up-keep of Club maintenance and appearance.
• Handle minor youth conflict as it occurs in programs.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May participate in special programs and/or events.
• May be required to drive Club van.
• Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

• High school diploma / GED minimum
• Experience in working with children
• Knowledge of youth development
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to deal with the general public
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications (can obtain through Club)
• Valid State Drivers License (recommended)
• Bilingual Preferred - Spanish

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is committed to selecting and retaining the best staff and volunteers to serve our youth. As part of the initial selection process, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme will conduct reference checks in accordance with the following policy.

• $20-$21/hr (Depending on relevant experience and/or education)
• Pension Plan (after meeting eligibility criteria)
• Paid Sick Time

• Training & Development