Youth Development Professional

About the role

The Youth Development Professional reports to the Club Director and works Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This position may require driving a club van and requires a valid driver's license.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Create a Club environment that supports and facilitates the achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship
• Provide guidance and role modeling to all Club members
• On-site supervision to members to ensure a healthy and safe environment
• Maintain a positive outlook and attitude with members, and provide constructive feedback on their efforts and progress
• Aid members in building conflict resolution skills and teach them to accept responsibility for their actions
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate programs and activities for members
• Promote member program participation
• Ensure the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development is utilized during all programs and activities
• Maintain records to track attendance and participation
• Help maintain a clean and welcoming facility

Additional Responsibilities

• Travel between Clubs and/or the Admin Office for trainings and meetings
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements of the Work Environment

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and loud environment
• Ability to continuously stand and move around the Club
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally
• Ability to navigate stairs (if located at our Parkland or California Clubs)

Qualifications

• High School degree or G.E.D.
• College degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required
• A minimum of one year’s work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization which includes the supervision of youth and the implementation of programs and activities

Skills

• A passion and understanding of the mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of BGCK
• High ethical standards
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• An understanding of the needs and interests of young people
• The ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary actions

Benefits

• 401(k) Participation & Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Self-Care Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Free Club Membership for Children of Staff

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applicants with disabilities and applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Request for Accommodation in the Recruitment Process

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to HR@bgcky.org.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Ultimately, the full benefit package available to an employee will be outlined in an employment offer letter. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful outcomes of a background check.