Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and Desoto Counties Inc; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Club membership

Leadership university access

Online education and training

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and Desoto Counties Inc is seeking a Youth Development Professional for a part-time role in Sarasota, Florida. You will plan, facilitate, and supervise activities to empower youth while ensuring safety and club appearance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and 1–2 years of relevant experience. You will mentor youth, work with staff, maintain attendance, and participate in staff meetings. Background screening and drug test are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to stand, outdoors, kneel, reach, bend, and lift up to 10 lbs.
• Pre-employment background screening and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate, and supervise activities in a designated program area.
• Empower youth to reach their potential while ensuring safety.
• Develop quality activities that promote participation and growth.
• Provide mentorship and positive role modeling.
• Maintain member lists, schedules, and attendance.
• Attend staff meetings and support club initiatives.
• Adapt to a busy club environment with multiple moving parts.

Skills

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Safety promotion

Attendance tracking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Youth Development Professional

Part Time Sarasota, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1020

Job Title: Youth Development Professional

Employee Benefits:

• Club Membership at locations in Sarasota, Venice, North Port and Arcadia is included for dependents ages 6-18.
• Professional development opportunities with complimentary access to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Spillett Leadership University for online education and training.

GREAT CAREERS START HERE:

The Lead Youth Development Professional is responsible for planning, facilitating, and supervising activities and programs within a designated program area. This role emphasizes empowering youth to achieve their greatest potential by ensuring the safety of members, maintaining the quality of activities, and upholding the appearance of the Club at all times.

• Develop and deliver quality activities that encourage active participation from all members, fostering an environment that promotes growth and achievement.
• Provide mentorship and positive role modeling for club members, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Ensure the safety of all youth by maintaining a secure and nurturing environment.
• Maintain accurate list of members, schedules, and attendance to ensure efficient program management.
• Attend club staff meetings to collaborate on club initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and operations of the Boys & Girls Clubs.
• Be able to adapt and maintain composure in a Club environment that has several moving parts.

Qualifications:

• Strong ability to mentor and inspire youth.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff.
• Commitment to promoting safety, quality, and a positive environment within the Club.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience
• The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods, be outdoors, kneel, reach, bend, and lift objects weighing in excess of 10 lbs.
• Pass pre-employment background screening and drug test.
  • Please see link for New Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website ( HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration )