Youth Development Specialist Seasonal-Gabel Branch

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Director LOCATION: 1330 N. 15th St. Phoenix, AZ 85006

The Youth Development Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating and supervising programs and activities for youth and/or teens.

• Facilitates programming in various areas of the Club (arts, gym, etc)
• Manages administrative duties to include: calendars, lesson plans, pre/post testing, roster keeping and participation tracking
• Transports youth and/or teens to various club locations via BGCMP vehicles
• Ensures the safety of all members and ensures proper documentation is completed
• Assists with Federal Food program as directed

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Must obtain/maintain a current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment)
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license

• Working knowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures
• Ability to participate in investigations
• Ability to support the physical property and assets of the Club
• Ability to manage small and large groups of youth in various settings.
• Ability to implement effective individual behavior management
• Ability to maintain and cultivate excellent member/family and community relationships and possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interact effectively and communicate (in writing and orally) with a variety of youth, staff, volunteers, families, and community members.
• Ability to establish learning objectives for program and activities
• Knowledge of Youth Development service delivery
• Ability to articulate for giving, serve as an ambassador, engage in relationship building and promote philanthropy
• Ability to support the efficiency of Volunteers and future workforce needs to support volunteer program operations

• Travel between Boys & Girls Club of the Valley sites and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Club of the Valley
• Work is primarily performed in the Club and local community
• Hours are based on school calendar – evening hours are required during the school year; hours will vary during summer and school breaks; occasional weekend hours are required