Youth Development Specialist - Colangelo Branch

Bgcaz; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Youth Development Specialist at Bgcaz leads planning, coordination and supervision of youth programs across club sites. You will oversee daily activities, ensure safety, and maintain accurate records while engaging teens in constructive, age-appropriate programming.

Responsibilities include implementing activities in arts and gym, managing calendars and rosters, and transporting youth as needed. Strong communication and a commitment to youth development are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Must obtain/maintain CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment).
• Must Have And Maintain A valid Arizona driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates programming in various areas of the Club (arts, gym, etc)
• Manages administrative duties to include: calendars, lesson plans, pre/post testing, roster keeping and participation tracking
• Transports youth and/or teens to various club locations via BGCMP vehicles
• Ensures the safety of all members and ensures proper documentation is completed
• Assists with Federal Food program as directed

Skills

Policy knowledge

Group management

Communication

Behavior management

Customer service

Relationship building

Written communication

Oral communication

Youth development

Education

High school diploma

CPR & First Aid Certification

Food Handler Certification

Arizona Driver's License

Job description

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Branch Director

DIVISION

Club Operations

DIRECT REPORTS:

N/A

JOBSUMMARY

The Youth Development Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating and supervising programs and activities for youth and/or teens.

JOB RESPONSBILITIES

• Facilitates programming in various areas of the Club (arts, gym, etc)
• Manages administrative duties to include: calendars, lesson plans, pre/post testing, roster keeping and participation tracking
• Transports youth and/or teens to various club locations via BGCMP vehicles
• Ensures the safety of all members and ensures proper documentation is completed
• Assists with Federal Food program as directed

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE and CERTIFICATION

• Mustpossessa high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Must obtain/maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment)
• Must Have And Maintain A valid Arizona driver’s license

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

• Working knowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures
• Ability to participate in investigations
• Ability to support the physical property and assets of the Club
• Ability to manage small and large groups of youth in various settings.
• Ability to implement effective individual behavior management
• Ability To Maintain And cultivate excellent member/family and community relationships and possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interact effectively and communicate (in writing and orally) with a variety of youth, staff, volunteers, families, and community members.
• Ability to establish learning objectives for program and activities
• Knowledge of Youth Development service delivery
• Ability to articulate for giving, serve as an ambassador, engage in relationship building and promote philanthropy
• Ability to support the efficiency of Volunteers and future workforce needs to support volunteer program operations