Youth Development Coach - Safe, Engaging Club

POSITION SUMMARY

Engages with and manages Club Members in program spaces in one of 5 current Club sites, ensures Club environment is Safe, Positive, and Fun. Collaborate with other staff to plan for, structure and maintain Optimal Club Experience (Sense of Belonging, Positive Peer Relationships, Positive Mentor-youth Relationships, anticipate needs and safety barriers, address issues quickly and intentionally). Responsible for the cleanliness and appearance of program spaces, equipment, and supplies.

Supports scheduled programming and helps engage Club Members into program activities. Fosters impact- filled relationships with Club Members to promote Positive Youth Development, Emotional and Physical Safety, and Positive Youth Relationships.

* Five Key Elements for Positive Youth Development:

** Boys & Girls Club of America Values:

• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

• Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club Staff (professional and volunteer), Club Members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; engage and instruct Club Members; advise and be a role model for Club Members.
• External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others in resolving problems as needed.

The following is a list of requirements for this position regarding education level, knowledge, job experiences, and skills:

• High school diploma or GED, required
• College coursework in child-related course, preferred
• Experience in out-of-school programming, or similar experience in supervising youth, preferred
• Knowledge of youth development
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior
• Strong, clear communication skills, both verbal and written
• Highly organized
• Able to anticipate youth needs and maintain group schedule
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• A valid Class E driver's license (or willing to obtain), have a good driving record, and have been licensed to drive for a minimum of three years in order to transport passengers in Club vehicles, preferred
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications, can gain once employed

• Periodically required to lift items up to 25 pounds (e.g. files, equipment)
• Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word well
• Regularly required to utilize near vision ability to read data and documents, including spreadsheets and reports, in printed form and on computer screens

By submitting this job application, you acknowledge and consent to undergo a background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process. The results of these checks may be used to determine your eligibility for employment. Any false or misleading information provided during the applications process may results in the disqualification or your application or termination if already employed.