Youth Development Professional-Elementary

Boys And Girls Clubs Of King County; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 32,029; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accessible PTO & paid holidays

100% employee discount for childcare fees

Employee tuition assistance

Job summary

Boys And Girls Clubs Of King County is seeking a Youth Development Professional in Seattle, WA. This role supports Club Leadership in creating a positive club environment for youth through engagement in various activities. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, program implementation, and data tracking.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in youth development, strong organizational skills, and must possess a high school diploma. Benefits include accessible PTO and employee tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old to work.
• Experience in nonprofit youth development preferred.
• Understanding of youth development principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and healthy club environment.
• Assist in planning and implementing programs.
• Collect and track attendance and behavior data.

Skills

Knowledge of youth development

Strong organization skills

Customer relation skills

Attention to detail

Cultural competency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details – Job Location: SCH Lawton – Seattle, WA 98119; Salary Range: $22.00 – $23.25 per hour; Job Category: Nonprofit – Social Services; Hours: Variable Part-time, less than 30 hours/week; Pay Rate: $22.00 – $23.00 per hour (Lifetime Range $20.00 – $23.00 per hour); FSLA: Non-exempt.

Opportunity Overview

A Youth Development Professional (YDP) supports Club Leadership in providing an outcome‑driven club experience in multiple programming areas such as the gym, games room, learning center, computer lab, kitchen, club entry, and other targeted areas. The YDP works directly with youth to ensure their safety, well‑being, and development through interactive play and prescribed activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide engaged presence to prepare youth for success while creating a safe and healthy club environment that facilitates positive youth development.
• Ensure facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained.
• Assist with planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs.
• Collect and track club member attendance, coursework, and behavior data.
• Model mature work behaviors to ensure a productive work environment.
• Ensure program areas are set up and cleaned up on a daily basis.
• Assist in facilitation of club‑specific and BGCA core programs.
• Assist in facilitation and delivery of High‑Yield Learning Activities (HYLAs).
• Ensure member confidentiality during and after employment, including membership and school data and other information obtained.
• Affirm positive behavior in members, and deliver coaching conversations and redirection when needed.
• Build partnerships with parents and families.
• Develop programs and activities that support the three impact pillars: healthy lifestyles, good character and community membership, and academic success.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience working with a non‑profit youth development agency; Boys & Girls Club experience preferred.
• High school diploma required to work in a licensed program.
• Must be 18+ years old to work in a licensed program.
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relation skills, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Understanding of youth development principles and ability to motivate youth in a positive way.
• Collaborates with other clubs, sites, and community partners.
• Openness to learning and supporting new ideas for the good of the club.
• Models and guides youth in strengths‑based problem solving, goal setting, and study skills.
• Experience working within diverse cultures preferred.

Requirements for Staff Upon Hire

• Must possess a STARS ID number and a portable background check with a \"Cleared\" status prior to commencing work.
• Must provide documentation signed within the last twelve months by a licensed health‑care professional of negative TB testing.
• Complete initial STARS basic training, HIV/AIDS, First Aid, CPR, and BBP certification within 90 days of hire.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

All staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless a religious or medical accommodation is approved. Employees may provide proof of vaccination or obtain an accommodation form from Human Resources.

Benefits

• Accessible PTO & paid holidays.
• 100% employee discount for childcare fees.
• Employee tuition assistance.
• Orca cards.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

The job requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of hands to handle objects, and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception. The work environment is on‑site at the staff’s designated club and involves moderate to loud noise levels.

Disclaimer

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non‑Discrimination

Boys & Girls Clubs of King County (BGCKC) is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. BGCKC does not discriminate in hiring, assignment, promotion or other conditions of staff employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under local, state or federal law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions.