Youth Development Specialist - Part Time Position

Shelby American, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Youth Development Specialist to inspire and guide youth in a vibrant club environment. This role involves executing engaging programs, ensuring the safety and well-being of members, and fostering their emotional and social growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to youth development, and a desire to make a positive impact. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of our youth through innovative programs and supportive mentorship. If you have a heart for service and a knack for leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older and enrolled in college or have some college credits.
• Experience working or volunteering with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute programs designed by coordinators and ensure member safety.
• Encourage emotional, social, and educational growth of youth members.
• Assist in preparation and organization of program materials.

Skills

Youth Development Principles

Group Leadership Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Planning and Organizing

Personal Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Some College Courses

Job description

Position Summary:

The youth development specialist will provide programs and services on a daily basis to youth enrolled in the club, understand and implement the Mission of Union League Boys & Girls Clubs. The program specialist will serve as the direct supervisor for youth members. In our club, there are areas that you as a potential staff person need to make sure we are developing. These areas are: Good Character and Citizenship, Academic Success, and Healthy Lifestyles.

Responsibilities:

• Executes programs designed by the coordinators
• Assures members are safe and engaged in activities
• Encourages emotional, social, and educational growth of individual members
• Direct supervision of club youth members
• Follow program design of the coordinators
• Assists coordinators in assuring all materials for the day are prepared
• Assures program areas are left cleaned and organized at the end of the day
• Other possible responsibilities pertaining to the club include, but are not limited to:
• Data entry
• Staff supervision
• Chaperone for field trips
• Moving materials from the club to school, or school to club

Requirements

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to youth development
• Ability to plan effectively
• Group leadership skills, including understanding of group dynamics and discipline
• Understanding of the population of youth served

Education:

Employees need to be 18 or older and be enrolled in college or have some college courses.

Experience:

Have worked or volunteered with children.

Scope of Authority:

The Youth Development Specialist’s direct supervisor is the Youth Development and Programs Coordinator.

Skills Needed:

• Communicate, listen and understand the children. Provide them with correct and timely information and feedback when requested.
• Decision Making: Youth Development Specialist will inform the Youth Development and Programs Coordinator about the problem and will try to come to a solution. If a solution cannot be reached, the Assistant Club Director and/or the Director of Club Services will be contacted to resolve the problem.
• Leadership: Be a Role Model for Co-Workers, volunteers and especially members.
• Enhance and encourage the members to strive to meet their goals.
• Personal Initiative to work and to achieve higher levels of responsibility to better serve the youth in all programs.
• Planning and organizing by coming in and working on special days to accomplish the task and goals needed to implement the programs and activities for our youth such as: Youth of the Year Award, Youth of the Month Award, annual Gala, and other organization events.
• Promote a Safe and healthy environment. Making sure that the members know the safety rules of the Club are understood and met.

Desired Qualifications:

• Desire and ability to work with children
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Good character, integrity and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience and self-control
• Positive example for youth and peers in appearance, attitude and behavior
• Must participate in required trainings by the Club, County, State, and/or funders

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Be enrolled in college or have some college credits
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
• Must attend all staff meetings
• Responsible for all activities or program areas from beginning to end
• Be able to maintain high level of energy
• Be adaptable and flexible to change
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor