Youth Development Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Youth Development Professional (YDP) – Part-Time

Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County & Southern Utah

Locations: Washington County (Washington, Sandstone, Legacy, Paradise Canyon, Red Mountain, Sunset Elementary)
Pay: $15–$18 per hour
Schedule: Approximately 15–22 hours per week, afternoons during the school year
School Year: August 2026 – May 2027
Summer Opportunities: Available in select areas

Do you enjoy working with youth and making a positive impact in your community? Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County & Southern Utah is seeking energetic, caring, and dependable Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) to join our afterschool team.

As a YDP, you will create meaningful connections with youth while providing a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where young people can learn, grow, and thrive. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals interested in education, youth development, recreation, social work, or anyone passionate about making a difference.

• 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.

Typical program hours include:

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
• Required conferences and training events throughout the year

Successful candidates are:

• 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

At Boys & Girls Clubs, you'll do more than supervise activities-you'll help inspire confidence, build character, and create opportunities for youth to reach their full potential. Join a team that is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and teens every day.

Apply today and become a positive influence in your community!