Youth Development Professional (Float)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver is seeking a Float Youth Development Specialist to provide safe, engaging youth programming across multiple Club locations. The role supports various age groups and program areas, operating under the direction of onsite leadership.

The position emphasizes active supervision, trauma-informed practices, and flexible scheduling within the 3:00–7:00 p.m. window at different Club sites. This is a part‑time opportunity based in the Denver metro area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Ability to supervise groups of children or teens in busy, changing environments.
• Ability to build positive relationships with youth and provide guidance.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different Club locations, ages, teams, schedules, and program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage at assigned Club locations for planned PTO, unexpected absences, vacancies, higher attendance, and other operational needs.
• Report to the assigned Club at the scheduled time and confirm the daily role, supervision area, and priorities with onsite leadership.
• Work with different age groups and program areas based on Club needs and safety standards.
• Learn and follow each Club's daily schedule, supervision zones, check-in/dismissal procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Travel between multiple BGCMD locations as needed and accurately record all work time.

Skills

Supervise groups

Youth development

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Daily work direction:** Club Director or Program Manager at the assigned Club
• Location:** Multiple Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver locations across Northeast Denver metro
• Denver Broncos Club: 4397 Crown Blvd., Denver, CO 80239
• Robert M. Shopneck Club: 1800 Longs Peak St., Brighton, CO 80601
• Suncor Club: 6201 Holly St., Commerce City, CO 80022
• Status:** Part-time (18 hrs/week), Non-exempt
• Schedule:** 18 hours/week, Monday - Friday during hours of operation (3:00-7:00 p.m.)
• Pay:** $19.84 - $20.50/hour

• Reports to:** Club Operations Director
• Daily work direction:** Club Director or Program Manager at the assigned Club
• Location:** Multiple Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver locations across Northeast Denver metro
• Denver Broncos Club: 4397 Crown Blvd., Denver, CO 80239
• Robert M. Shopneck Club: 1800 Longs Peak St., Brighton, CO 80601
• Suncor Club: 6201 Holly St., Commerce City, CO 80022
• KIPP Green Valley Ranch Club: 4635 Walden St., Denver, CO 80249
• Status:** Part-time (18 hrs/week), Non-exempt
• Schedule:** 18 hours/week, Monday - Friday during hours of operation (3:00-7:00 p.m.)
• Pay:** $19.84 - $20.50/hour

**Company Description**

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver (BGCMD), our mission is more relevant than ever. When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, you are part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational. And we love what we do. Come help light the way to big futures for Metro Denver kids and communities.

**Job Summary**

The Float Youth Development Specialist provides safe, engaging, and consistent youth development programming across multiple BGCMD Club locations. The position is assigned to Clubs based on planned employee absences, unexpected staffing needs, vacancies, special events, and Club member attendance.

The Float Youth Development Specialist works as a youth development generalist and may support different age groups, program areas, and Club environments. The position quickly learns site routines, follows the direction of onsite Club leadership, and helps maintain active supervision, positive youth engagement, and continuity of Club operations. Club assignments may vary by day or week and may change with limited notice within the employee's established availability.

**Primary Responsibilities**

*Mobile Club Coverage & Daily Assignment*

• Provide coverage at assigned Club locations for planned PTO, unexpected absences, vacancies, higher than expected Club member attendance, special programming, and other operational needs.
• Report to the assigned Club at the scheduled time and confirm the daily role, supervision area, and priorities with onsite Club leadership.
• Work with different age groups and in different program areas based on Club needs, employee training, and BGCMD safety standards.
• Quickly learn and follow each Club's daily schedule, supervision zones, member check-in and dismissal procedures, behavior expectations, and emergency protocols.
• Travel to more than one BGCMD location during a workday when operationally necessary and accurately record all work time, including required travel between BGCMD locations.
• Communicate promptly with the designated supervisor and onsite Club leadership regarding schedule changes, delays, absences, or barriers to completing an assignment.

*Program Implementation & Youth Engagement*

• Implement engaging, high-quality program offerings that reflect positive youth development and trauma-informed practices.
• Use prepared lesson plans, the Impact Resource Library, back-pocket activities, and youth engagement strategies to maintain structured programming when a regular teammate's plan is unavailable.
• Facilitate activities within Athletics, Cultural Arts, Education, STEM, Teen programming, or other program areas based on Club needs and employee training.
• Adapt activities, transitions, and facilitation approaches for the age group, setting, available materials, and number of Club members present.
• Request or communicate programming supply needs to onsite Club leadership in a timely manner.

*Youth Development & Member Engagement*

• Support the onsite Club leader's vision for a youth-centered, safe, inclusive, an engaging Club culture that promotes positive Club member behaviors and welcomes Club families and community partners.
• Build positive relationships with Club members and provide appropriate mentorship, encouragement, and guidance.
• Use constructive behavior support and trauma-informed practices to promote positive emotional, social, and enrichment experiences for Club members.
• Maintain active supervision and required staff-to-member ratios throughout the assignment.
• Support and reinforce consistent behavior expectations while responding to the individual needs of Club members.

*Team Collaboration & Professional Development*

• Work effectively with different Club teams and contribute to a respectful, supportive, and reliable work environment.
• Receive daily work direction from the Club Director or Program Manager at the assigned Club while remaining accountable to the designated Club Operations Director.
• Participate in required team meetings, float-team check-ins, site orientations, and BGCMD January, May, and August training weeks.
• Engage in district or school-led professional development opportunities when required for the assigned Club.
• Share relevant observations, concerns, and assignment feedback with onsite Club leadership and the designated supervisor.

*Club Safety & Operational Support*

• Uphold and enforce BGCMD policies and procedures related to Club member safety, visitor access, supervision, and emergency response.
• Review site-specific safety information at the beginning of an assignment, including entrances, exits, restricted areas, emergency procedures, dismissal processes, and the onsite chain of command.
• Notify onsite Club leadership immediately of safety, security, behavioral, medical, or facility concerns.
• Collaborate with Club staff to implement BGCMD Standard Response Protocols when necessary.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe program spaces by assisting with setup, cleanup, and light organization of shared areas and BGCMD vehicles.
• Support Club events by preparing materials, supervising Club members, and assisting with logistics.

*Communication & Documentation*

• Review information needed to safely support Club members, including authorized pickup procedures, allergies, accommodations, medical alerts, and behavior support plans, consistent with the employee's role and access permissions.
• Complete required attendance, incident, behavior, transportation, and other documentation accurately and before the end of the assignment whenever possible.
• Provide a clear handoff to onsite Club leadership regarding significant events, unresolved concerns, missing documentation, or follow-up needs.
• Protect confidential information and discuss Club members, families, and employees only with authorized individuals who need the information to perform their work.

**Secondary Responsibilities**

• Transport Club members to field trips, athletics activities, and other special events in accordance with BGCMD safety standards when assigned and authorized.
• Assist with Club member recruitment and outreach efforts to engage youth and families.
• Support organization-wide events, school-day responsibilities, recess duty, lunch duty, or other Club operations based on the assigned location and employee training.
• Perform other duties consistent with the general nature and level of the position.

**Minimum Qualifications**

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Ability to supervise groups of children or teens and maintain active supervision in busy, changing environments.
• Ability to build positive relationships with youth and use respectful, developmentally appropriate behavior support strategies.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different Club locations, age groups, teams, schedules, and program needs.
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