Youth Development Professional

Overview

Youth Development Professional

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. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, offer positive peer groups, and help develop life skills, conflict resolution, character, and positive decision-making.

Position highlights the opportunity to contribute to a quality school-age childcare program that complies with current Delacare rules for school-age centers.

Under the supervision of the Childcare or Program Director, the Youth Worker assists with the development and effective operation of a quality school-age childcare program that complies with current Delacare rules for school-age centers.

• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for school-age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed or directed.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in effectively delivering a variety of age-appropriate programs and activities for children ages 6–12, reflecting Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy.
• Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities, including the condition of equipment and facilities, age-appropriateness, ability levels, weather considerations, and use of equipment and supplies.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in supervising children within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware and in compliance with applicable state licensing regulations.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in maintaining productive relationships with parents, school faculty and administrators, staff, and other visitors to the Club.
• Present yourself as a positive role model for children at all times.
• Adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE OCCL and Delaware STARS.
• Contribute toward the development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Club in the community.
• Assume other tasks, assignments, and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Level I

• 18 years of age or older
• Must have School Age Site Assistant Certificate

Level II

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

Level III

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

All Levels must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry checks, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Checks per Delacare regulations.

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 between departments and clubs as needs change.

• Maintain a high energy level and 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 during activities.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions and to make decisions quickly and tactfully.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Monday–Friday (typical schedule).

Medical Benefits - Part-time employees who meet ACA guidelines and eligibility criteria receive medical benefits.

Vision & Dental - Eligibility after one year of service averaging 25 hours per week.

• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

Note:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected and is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on qualifications, merit, and business need.