Youth Development Professional

OUR MISSION: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. 

TITLE: Youth Development Professional (YDP) – School Based Department

REPORTS TO: Site Director

STATUS: Non-Exempt – Part Time

HOURLY RATE: $18-20 (17-20 hours a week) 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Under the supervision of the Site Director, a Youth Development Professional (YDP) plans, implements, and supervises high-quality programs and activities in structured, specialized program spaces. Programming includes Education, Social Recreation, Cultural Arts, Sports & Fitness, Outdoor Recreation, STEM, Leadership, and Healthy Lifestyles. The YDP serves as a positive role model while contributing to the overall success of the school site through collaboration, program development, relationship building, and the delivery of engaging, outcome-driven experiences for youth.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

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Prepare Youth for Success

• Coordinate, plan, and supervise programs that help youth discover personal interests and abilities.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and individualized support to youth.
• Promote program participation and maintain accurate attendance.
• Provide homework assistance and engaging educational activities during Power Hour.
• Help youth develop leadership, teamwork, communication, and social-emotional skills.

Program Development and Implementation

• Develop and facilitate age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with BGCA curriculum.
• Create and adapt activities to meet diverse learning needs.
• Prepare materials and maintain organized program spaces.
• Contribute ideas for site programming, special events, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate programming and member engagement through NYOI, YPQA and Pulse Check support.

Supervision & Safety

• Ensure member safety and maintain appropriate supervision at all times.
• Inspect program areas daily or any safety precautions prior to youth entering area.
• Follow all Boys & Girls Club and OCFS policies and procedures.
• Respond promptly to incidents and communicate concerns to the Site Director.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized learning environments.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, in-person and virtual training. 
• Participate in special events outside of site hours when needed,
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, initiative, communication, and teamwork.
• Complete OCFS documentation in a timely manner.
• Build positive relationships with members, colleagues, supervisors, parents, school staff, and community partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS: 

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club youth, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines and instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Support external contact as instructed with community groups, schools, member’s parents, public stakeholders and others as directed by supervisor. Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

This position may involve lifting, bending, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, and grasping. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in youth-centered environments with moderate exposure to noise.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or higher preferred or minimum of two years of experience working with youth in education, recreation, or youth development preferred. 
• Ability to plan and facilitate engaging programming.
• Strong classroom, behavioral management and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate youth and build positive relationships.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or required within six months.
• Bilingual a Plus.