Youth Development Leader Job Topeka area,Kansas USA,Social Work

Youth Development Leader

Program - Topeka, KS 66605

Overview

Salary Range $12.00 - $12.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Part Time Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Entry Level

Description

Responsible for implementation of a broad range of programs for youth between the ages of 5-12 and that prepares youth for success and creates a Club environment that facilitates achievement of:

Positive Self Identity

Health & Well-being

Positive Values

Commitment to Learning

Social Competency

Community & Civic Involvement

Qualifications

Safe and Positive Environment

Actively engages and addresses the needs of Club Members

Provide immediate assistance to youth in need

Represents self as a positive representative of BGCT

During work hours, focus full attention on Members

Ensure that Club equipment (play equipment, athletic balls, books, tables, chairs, etc.) is in good working order

Ensure safe arrival/departure of Club Members at enrolled site location

Support Members in emergency drills/routines

Know and practice safety policies including transitions and bathroom usage

Be aware of surroundings and environment (uninvited guests, unknown vehicles, etc.) to minimize possible harm, hurt or injury

Ensure directions and expectations are clear for all Club Members

Ensure Members feel welcomed and valued

Routinely scan program area for safety hazards (cleaning chemicals, exposed electrical equipment, excess water, etc.), and report findings

Assist Club Members with storage of their personal belongings (book bags, coats, lunch boxes, etc.)

Acknowledges youths feelings and appropriate behavior

Reinforce emotional and physical safety

Ensure safe use of the internet

Responsible for opening and closing down facilities during program time

Set up program space to prepare for the day to ensure safety of members

Fun

Participates in activities alongside Members

Promotes silliness, laughter, and creativity

Plan and facilitate opportunities for youth voice when making choices in activities and programming

Supportive Relationships

Participate in programs, activities, and services

Strives to make a difference in the lives of Members

Listen to the small things, recognize the big things

Know and exercise the Code of Conduct

Know the names of Club Members, introduce yourself to Club Members

Acknowledge presence of Club Members upon arrival/departure

Maintain positive tones and energy with Club Members

Develop and maintain supportive relationships with others (school district staff, families, and volunteers, etc.) to meet the needs of Club Members

Be a positive role model for Members

Provide onsite support at schools prior to school pick up, if applicable

Encourages positive growth and development

Inspires improved sense of self and support to overcome barriers

Provides genuine and honest investment in each members present and future

Create ongoing and consistent opportunities for youth to share what they are thinking and feeling

Cultivate rapport with parents and primary care givers

Engage youth in setting rules and expectations that promote respect in adult and peer relationships

Opportunities & Expectations

Ensures compliance with BGCT policies & procedures

Attend staff meetings and trainings

Maintains daily contact with team, to determine opportunities and challenges

Assist members with routine clean up throughout program time, and at the end of program time (no trash on the floor, books and games neatly put away, chairs pushed in, and not materials or supplies on the floor)

Ensure youth are positively engaged in programs and activities

Commit to work schedule (requests for leave must be in accordance with company policy), be timely, and be present

Responsible for documentation and data tracking as directed by supervisor or site coordinator

Work together to achieve program objectives and goals

Provide and receive information as warranted, and provide guidance and consistent recognition of members

Recognition

Exercise authority to recognize Members who are following directions, engaged in activities and share news with parents

Focus on positives

Celebrate and promote acceptance

Acknowledge achievement

Provide praise, encouragement, and support

Display exhibits, or projects created by club members

Additional Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent teamwork skill

Utilize self-control should conflict arise

Demonstrate leadership in problem solving with situations involving members

Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Other Requirements:

CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)
Acceptable background…