Youth Development Professional

Job Details

Job Location:

Rochester Branch - Rochester, WA 98579

Position Type:
Part Time Salary Range: $17.30 - $18.75 Hourly

Job Shift: Afternoon Job Category:
Youth Development Anticipated

Schedule:

12–14 hours per week. Typical hours are3:30pm - 6:00pm Mondays-Thursdays and 2:30pm - 6:00pm Fridays, with additional hours available during school breaks, early-release days, and summer.

Youth Development Professional (YDP) directly impacts the lives of our Club members by engaging in safe, interactive programs and learning experiences. The role daily provides hands-on delivery of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate youth programs and activities, such as social recreation, education development, team building activities, and an overall environment to build positive relationships.

We are looking for a self-motivated and positive individual who can balance an energetic, fun, youth-focused atmosphere with professionalism and maturity.

• Plan and supervise activities in program areas, including the Games Room, Art, Gym, Education Room, Tech Lab, and Outdoors.
• Deliver age-appropriate programs and activities for children in grades K-5. Coverage for the Teen Center may occur on occasion.
• Actively supervise areas to promote a safe and positive environment.
• Maintain a positive Boys & Girls Club culture with high energy, strong teamwork, and effective collaboration with other staff.
• Promote daily program participation.
• Maintain productive relationships with parents, staff, and other visitors to Club.
• Model positive behaviors for children and staff.
• Attend branch staff meetings and mandatory monthly all-staff trainings.
• Supervision of the front desk as needed.
• Assume other tasks, assignments, and responsibilities as needed or directed.

• High School Diploma or GED (or current enrollment).
• Demonstrated experience working with youth, parents/guardians and/or community partners.
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment.
• Excellent communication, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to de-escalate problems when present, and problem-solve during day-to-day activities.
• Ability to control and manage a group of children through different activities.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid certifications (course available upon hire).
• Must pass local and national background check and pre-employment drug screening (in accordance with RCW 49.44.240).

• At least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Combined experience and/or formal training, where:
• Formal training and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences.
• Experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Boys & Girls Club experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English, allowing for effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients, partners, and team members.