Youth Development Professional

_*Mission:*_ _To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
_ *Job Description* *Job Title: *Youth Development Professional (YDP) *FLSA Classification: *Nonexempt *Salary: *$11.
50/hour *Reports to: *Site Director *Supervisory responsibilities: *None *Summary/objective *The Youth Development Professional (YDP), under the guidance of the Director of Programs or Site Director, plans, implements and supervises programs and activities in structured, and/or specialized program spaces.
Specialized content may include, but is not limited to, education, social recreation, cultural arts, sports & fitness, outdoor recreation, and STEM.
*Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
*_Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
_ * _*Every staff member is expected to cultivate and maintain positive donor, member, and community relationships.
*_ * Prepare youth for success by promoting program participation, providing guidance and role-modeling to youth, providing a safe environment through communicating clear rules and expectations, and providing homework assistance and fun learning activities.
* Identify and respond to member behavior issues; communicate with Emotional Support Specialist or management as needed.
* Plan, develop and implement age-appropriate activities for youth.
* Ensure classroom and all BGC site areas are safe, clean, and organized.
* Understand and follow all emergency procedures and safety guidelines in all youth areas.
* Supervise youth activities; own responsibility for youth safety and youth whereabouts at all times.
* Communicate about participants’ experiences, and report concerns to Director of Programs.
* Help guide junior staff, and volunteers to ensure they have a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling.
* Participate in meetings as appropriate, and communicate effectively, in written form and verbally with internal staff and program participants.
* Participate in professional development and networking conferences and events as appropriate and/or requested by Director of Programs and CEO.
*Work environment *Able to stand and/or walk up to 75% of time.
Could require running and expended periods of standing and walking.
Able to sit up to 25% of the time.
Able to view a computer monitor daily.
Some travel may be required in company or personal vehicle.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
This role is an on-site position and is not eligible for WFH or hybrid work.
· Employee required to possess a valid driver’s license and is occasionally required to transport members in a company vehicle.
· Proof of vehicle insurance is required.
· Mandatory to attain (within 6 months) and keep current CPR and first aid certifications.
*Education and/or Experience* * High School diploma or GED is required as is experience working with youth, ages 6-18.
* One to three (1-3) years prior childcare experience is preferred.
* General knowledge of and experience working with at-risk populations is preferred.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, as are excellent interpersonal skills with youth and management.
* Time management skills are required.
* Working knowledge of computers and systems is required, including and not limited to, Microsoft products such as Word (or similar product knowledge).
* High level of confidentiality and professionalism are required.
Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $11.
50 per hour Schedule: * After school * Monday to Friday Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * First Aid Certification (Preferred) * CPR Certification (Preferred) Work Location: Multiple locations