Youth Development Professional

Pay Range

Base pay range:
This role is part‑time (20–30 hours per week) and offers a bi‑weekly stipend of $700. Payment will be adjusted based on skills and experience. Additional information about the pay range is provided by Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico.

The Youth Development Professional assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities within program areas such as Education, Technology, Teens, Arts, and Sports & Recreation. The position involves guiding and role‑modeling for members, administering programs, ensuring safety, and maintaining communication with club staff, members, parents, and the community.

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Register new members and participate in their orientation process
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for members and visitors
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure member safety
• Supervise members and visitors at all times
• Participate in weekly branch staff meetings and maintain a productive work environment
• Maintain club appearance through daily cleaning tasks
• Participate in special programs and/or events
• Drive club vehicles (if required; must be over 21, have a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record)
• Maintain close, daily contact with club staff, members, and supervisor for information exchange and issue resolution
• Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, parents, and others to assist in resolving problems
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High School diploma or GED required; child‑development coursework preferred
• Experience teaching children and youth development, including planning and implementing quality programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with the general public
• Experience motivating youth and managing behavioral problems
• Ability to organize and supervise children to maintain a safe environment
• CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to become certified
• Physical stamina to stand for at least 4 hours at a time
• English proficiency required; bilingual in Spanish preferred
• For vehicle driving duties: 21 years or older, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record

Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing for at least 4 hours each day, and the ability to lift 15 lbs. Other requirements may be necessary to complete essential functions of the position and additional duties as assigned.