Youth Development Professional

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About Us
For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Childcare or Program Director, the youth worker is responsible for assisting with the development and effective operation of a quality school-age childcare program that complies with current Dela Care rules for school‑age centers.

Essential Functions

• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for school‑age childcare centers and address non‑compliance issues as needed or directed.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in effectively delivering a variety of age‑appropriate programs and activities, reflecting Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children ages 6–12.
• Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities, including equipment condition, age‑appropriateness, ability levels, weather, and appropriate 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.
• Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE OCCL and Delaware STARS.
• Contribute toward 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Level I

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

Level II

• 20 years of age or older and able to drive an 8‑passenger van (valid driver’s license with less than 5 points).
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of hire.
• Must possess a School Age Site Coordinator Certificate from the Department of Education.
• Must pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per Dela Care regulations.

Level III

• Must possess a School Age Site Coordinator Administrator certificate from the Department of Education.
• 20 years of age or older and able to drive an 8‑passenger van (valid driver’s license with less than 5 points).
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of hire.
• Must pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per Dela Care regulations.

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Environmental and Working Conditions
Environmental and working conditions vary from indoors to outdoors, covering various meeting locations inside and outside the club; occasional statewide travel (e.g., training). Employees may be transferred among departments, clubs, or school sites as organizational needs change.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 6–12 in varying levels of physical activity.
• Frequently lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Regularly bend, stoop, walk, and sometimes run while interacting with children during activities.
• Perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; make quick, accurate decisions with tact and impartiality.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Work Hours
Monday – Friday.

Part‑Time Employee Benefits Incentives

• Medical Benefits – eligible after one year of service averaging 30 hours per week.
• Vision & Dental – eligible after one year of service averaging 25 hours per week.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Program.

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, nondisqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on qualifications, merit, and business need.