YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL - ST. JOSEPH

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota; Saint Joseph (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Emergency sick time

401(k) match

Health benefits

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota is seeking a Youth Development Professional for Kennedy KIDSTOP in St. Joseph, MN. This part-time role focuses on guiding youth through engaging activities and safe, inclusive programming.

Plan and lead activities in areas such as Academic Success, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education, while collaborating with staff to maintain quality programs and a positive environment for all participants.

Qualifications

• Experience with children preferred (1–3 months).
• Ability to pass a Department of Human Services background check.
• Strong ability to engage and connect with youth in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and lead engaging programs, services, and activities tailored to the interests and needs of members.
• Communicate effectively with youth and team members, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Complete program planners on schedule, incorporating creative, age-appropriate, and appealing activities in assigned program areas.
• Participate actively in staff meetings to support team coordination and program quality.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Engage with youth

Flexible/adaptable

Safety procedures

Policy adherence

Team collaboration

Education

Experience with children (1–3 months)

Background check clearance

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Kennedy KIDSTOP - St. Joseph, MN 56374

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $15.15 - $15.15 Hourly

Youth Development Professional

Mission Statement

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota is to do whatever it takes to empower all youth to reach their full potential. If you would like to learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota, please visit Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota.

Job Description Summary

Plan and lead a variety of activities within a specific program area, such as Academic Success, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor/Environment and Physical Education.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Foster an environment that supports positive youth development by:
  • Encouraging and promoting active participation in programs
  • Providing consistent guidance and positive role modeling
  • Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere for all youth
  • Demonstrating a warm, caring attitude and using positive behavior management strategies with both individuals and groups
• Plan, implement, and lead engaging programs, services, and activities tailored to the interests and needs of members
• Communicate effectively with youth and team members, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Complete program planners on schedule, incorporating creative, age-appropriate, and appealing activities in assigned program areas
• Participate actively in staff meetings to support team coordination and program quality
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong ability to engage and connect with youth in a group setting
• Flexibility, adaptability, and mobility in supervising and supporting children in various environments
• Knowledge of safety protocols including fire, severe weather, and lockdown procedures
• Familiarity with and adherence to all Boys & Girls Club/KIDSTOP policies and procedures
• Accountability for the proper use and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facility spaces, including daily cleaning and organization
• Ability to pass a Department of Human Services background check

Education & Work Experience

• Experience: One to three months of experience working with children preferred

Fundamental Relationships

Maintains regular, daily interaction with youth and supervisors to provide support, share information, and reinforce program goals. Builds and sustains positive relationships with school staff, member families, and the broader community, reflecting the values and mission of the organization.

Benefits

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota (BGCMN) offers all part-time employees paid emergency safe and sick time, jury duty time, and 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match (upon meeting required eligibility). Part-time plus employees are also eligible for health benefits.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Regularly: walking, bending, reaching, stretching, hearing, seeing, repetitive hand motions.Occasionally: lifting up to 50 lbs. and stationary work.

Equipment Use

Regularly: phones and two-way radios.Occasionally: kitchen equipment, hand tools, Audio Visual equipment, copy/scan machines, and hand tools

Work Environment

Regularly: indoor and outdoor work in varied weather conditions, team and independent work, noisy conditions.Occasionally: odors, varied lighting, small and/or enclosed spaces.

Mental Demands

Regularly: managing workplace stressors and handling belligerent behaviors.

Substance Exposure & Protective Equipment

Occasionally: exposure to chemicals or body fluids, use of protective gear (gloves, masks, etc.).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boys & Girls Club of Central Minnesota provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, with or without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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