Youth Activity Worker

About Us

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware for over 90 years. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

The Youth Activity Worker position is a full time nonexempt (hourly) position at least 30 scheduled hours a week with benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and additional time off. YDP 30 positions will be assigned to a club and expected to float to other sites within their region (on an as needed basis) to ensure the organization as adequate coverage.

Youth Activity Worker can expect to play a critical role in leadership club operations, including but not limited to member recruitment, program development and evaluation, community outreach, and professional development. During Summer Fun Club work hours may fluctuate above 30 hours per week.

• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for school age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed.
• Deliver a variety of age-appropriate programs and activities (ages 6 – 12) within guidelines established by the Childcare/Program Director, reflecting Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy.
• Incorporate “high yield learning activities” in all childcare programs.
• Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities, including equipment and facilities condition, age-appropriateness, ability levels, weather, and use of equipment and supplies.
• Directly supervise children and youth within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing regulations.
• Meet Office of Child Care Licensing annual training requirements (18 hours).
• Help develop and maintain productive relationships with parents, school faculty and administrators, Unit Board members, BGCDE administrators and Club professionals, community leaders and supporters, etc.
• Present yourself as a positive role model for youth at all times.
• Adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE.
• Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the community.
• Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Level Two

• 20 years of age or older and ability to drive an 8-passenger van (must have valid driver's license with less than 5 points)
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of date of hire
• Must possess a School Age Site Assistant Certificate from the Department of Education

Level Three

• Must possess a School Age Site Coordinator Administrator certificate from the Department of Education
• 20 years of age or older and ability to drive an 8-passenger van (must have valid driver's license with less than 5 points)
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of date of hire

For more information on levels of certification, see the Delaware Department of Education publication: levels

Environmental and working conditions vary from indoors to outdoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; occasional statewide travel (e.g., training). Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school.

• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 6-12 in varying levels of physical activity.
• Frequently lift, carry or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Typically bend, stoop, walk and sometimes run while interacting with children in activities.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and with tact and impartiality.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both…