Youth Development Professional - TK/Kinder
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.50 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Job Description
The Youth Development Professional (YDP) position is a vital role within a community-focused youth organization dedicated to fostering the growth, learning, and well-being of young members. This organization operates as a dynamic youth club, offering various programs designed to meet the diverse interests, developmental stages, and cultural backgrounds of its members and their families. The club emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where youth are empowered to learn, explore, and develop social-emotional skills that will serve them throughout life.
The hiring establishment is committed to delivering high-quality programs that are both educational and fun, grounded in youth development pr... Show More
The hiring establishment is committed to delivering high-quality programs that are both educational and fun, grounded in youth development pr... Show More
Job Requirements
- minimum of 18 years of age
- high school diploma or GED required
- minimum of 1 year experience working directly with school aged youth and knowledge of youth development
- knowledge of program planning/instruction, experience in implementation and assessment
- provide instruction, direction, coaching and guidance
- proficient computer skills - Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation
- ability to effectively communicate with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and community partners while displaying tact, maturity and flexibility
- experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth
- motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation
- work ethic to be responsible, accountable, provide follow up, complete tasks, and meet deadlines in a professional manner with accuracy and on schedule
- must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours each day
- adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment
- complete other essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned
- aptitude to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
- respond according to procedures for emergency, safety and disciplinary situations
- must complete any school district requirements
Job Qualifications
- minimum of 18 years of age
- high school diploma or GED required
- minimum of 1 year experience working directly with school aged youth and knowledge of youth development
- knowledge of program planning/instruction, experience in implementation and assessment
- provide instruction, direction, coaching and guidance
- proficient computer skills - Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation
- ability to effectively communicate with youth, parents, staff, volunteers and community partners while displaying tact, maturity and flexibility
- experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth
- motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation
- work ethic to be responsible, accountable, provide follow up, complete tasks, and meet deadlines in a professional manner with accuracy and on schedule
- must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours each day, adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment, complete other essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned
- aptitude to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
- respond according to procedures for emergency, safety and disciplinary situations
- must complete any school district requirements
Job Duties
- create an environment at the club that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes
- promote and stimulate program participation
- provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all members
- coordinate assigned program services and cooperative learning activities for youth that are both fun, educational and developmentally appropriate
- effectively plan, lead, monitor and evaluate a variety of programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality of programs, gender and cultural diversity
- responsible for daily set-up and clean-up of all materials used during the program
- supervise members in program area
- position yourself in program area to continually monitor and supervise the safety and behavior of members
- focus on maintaining a safe, positive atmosphere for all youth
- maintain accurate program attendance records, progress in curriculum, and any member conduct or other issues and submit them in a timely manner
- prepare periodic activity reports and/or grant reports
- cultivate positive relationships with members, their parents and/or guardians, supervisor, staff, and volunteers by communicating effectively
- ensure equipment is in good condition, with safety precautions posted (where needed) and members are instructed in proper and safe use of equipment
- perform daily duties that ensure the club space is properly maintained, organized, clean and safe
- assess facility needs and perform janitorial/maintenance duties, i.e., mopping, cleaning tables, trash removal, changing light bulbs, hanging posters, painting, moving equipment, etc.
- attend and participate in staff trainings which is essential to professional development
- other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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