Youth Development Professional

Youth Development Professional

This position reports directly to the Unit Director. Responsibilities include conducting Power Hour: the homework assistance program. Duties also include assisting with homework assignments and personal education development of enrolled members. Must plan, promote and execute extra-curricular programming as assigned by the Co-Unit Director. Direct supervision of club members to ensure safety. Provide general maintenance of equipment; books, tables, chairs and general clean up of space provided.

Conduct programs within the BGC Burbank policies, procedures and philosophies.

Maintain a safe environment for all members and follow safety procedures as set forth by BGC.

Maintain a general knowledge of BGC philosophy, activities, calendars and special events of the club.

Maintain a current working knowledge of procedures and policies of the club. Support and enforce all club policies and procedures.

Employee must always maintain a positive and professional attitude/demeanor while working.

Work scheduled hours:
Monday through Friday as assigned.

Assist with collaboration and coordination of activities and programs with other components of the club.

Assist with the supervision of members during free outside time.

Conduct daily programs in a way that generates interest and increases participation of youth in all areas.

Collaborate with teachers to further assist members in need of further attention in identified academic areas.

Develop, implement and promptly display weekly program activities evolving around assigned programs.

Update assigned bulletin boards on a weekly basis.

Assist in the discipline of members.

Provide weekly program evaluations on all programs you conducted throughout the week.

Assist with the cleaning of designated room and areas used.

Immediately report hazards, concerns and dilemmas to Unit Director.

Duties, tasks and responsibilities as deemed necessary by administrator supervisor.

May be required to work outside scheduled hours and some weekends.

May be required to drive Club vehicle as needed (regular passenger van).

Excellent organization skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in varying environments

Ability to multi-task in a faced paced environment

Learn mission, language and goals of the organization

Ability to organize time well

Ability to use mail, Vision, Google Docs and other necessary programs

CPR/First Aid Certification

Knowledge of Youth Development

Attend training sessions and seminars as related to working with youth

Community – Sense of Belonging, Fellowship and Fun

Knowledge – Willingness to Learn and Teach and Willingness to Adapt

Empathy – Acts of Kindness, Active Listening, Understanding and Compassion

Acceptance – Mindfulness, Inclusivity and Judgement Free

Transparency – Direct Communication and Honesty

Accountability – Acknowledgement and Ownership

Leadership – Lead by Example, Inspirational, Setting Boundaries and Mentor

It is our mission to inspire and enable all young people to recognize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Provide a world-class Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must remain physically fit enough to keep children safe in an emergency. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to moderate in office settings and usually loud in recreation and play settings when children are present.