Youth Development Professional

Part-time, non-exempt position located in Shawnee, reporting to the Club Director.

About Us

Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana (BGCK) is an out-of-school time provider, offering a safe haven for youth who need us most. Our mission is to inspire & enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize & develop their full potential as productive, responsible & caring citizens. This role requires driving a company van.

Responsibilities

• Youth Development
  • 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.
  • Provide 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.
  • Assist members in building conflict resolution skills and teach them to accept responsibility for their actions.
• Programming
  • Implement, monitor, and evaluate programs and activities for members.
  • Promote member program participation.
  • Ensure the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development are utilized during all programs and activities:
    • Safe and Positive Environment
    • Fun
    • Supportive Relationships
    • Opportunities and Expectations
    • Recognition
  • Ensure the Youth Development Strategy is applied during all programs and activities:
    • Sense of Belonging
    • Sense of Usefulness
    • Sense of Influence
    • Sense of Competency
  • 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.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• 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

• Education
  • High School degree or G.E.D. is required.
  • College degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required.
• Work Experience
  • 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.
• Ability to maintain a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude in the workplace.
• High ethical standards.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with internal staff and external partners.
• An understanding of the needs and interests of young people.
• 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

Pay

$17.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday