Youth Development Professional

Position

Youth Development Professional (YDP) – Part‑Time

Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County & Southern Utah

Washington County (Washington, Sandstone, Legacy, Paradise Canyon, Red Mountain, Sunset Elementary)

$15–$18 per hour

Approximately 15–22 hours per week, afternoons during the school year.

August 2026 – May 2027

Available in select areas.

• Build positive relationships with youth through mentorship and active engagement.
• Create a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants.
• Lead and participate in games, sports, recreation, and enrichment activities.
• Facilitate engaging lessons and group activities.
• Support youth social‑emotional growth and development.
• Encourage inclusion, teamwork, respect, and positive behavior.
• Assist with attendance tracking, surveys, and program documentation.
• Maintain organized program spaces and materials.
• Work collaboratively with fellow staff to create a high‑quality program experience.

• Monday–Thursday:
  Approximately 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
• Friday:
  Hours vary by location; earliest start time may be 11:30 AM.

In addition to program hours, staff are expected to attend weekly staff meetings, monthly professional development trainings, and required conferences and training events throughout the year.

• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• Reliable and committed to consistent attendance.
• Strong communicators and team players.
• Comfortable leading and participating in activities with youth.
• Passionate about helping young people succeed.
• Flexible and willing to support special events and program needs.

• Experience working with youth ages 5–18.
• Experience in education, recreation, childcare, or youth programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 pounds as needed.

Experienced employees are part of a team that is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and teens every day.