Youth Development Professional - Relief Staff

Youth Development Professional – Relief Staff

The Youth Development Professional – Relief Staff works with Site leadership and Youth Development Professionals to ensure high-quality programming and youth development practices are implemented throughout the Site. Boys & Girls Clubs offers daily access to a broad range of programs in five core program areas (Character and Leadership Development; Education and Career Development; Health and Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness and Recreation) and several specialized initiatives. All programs are designed to drive positive outcomes for youth and reinforce necessary life skills. The Youth Development Professional – Relief Staff provides support to Club programs on an as-needed basis. This position is designed for individuals who are interested in working with youth but are unable to commit to a consistent weekly schedule. Floaters may be contacted to cover shifts due to staff absences, special events, seasonal programming, or short-term operational needs.

Acceptance of shifts is entirely voluntary. Employees in this role are not required to be available, are not guaranteed hours, and are only paid for hours actually worked.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitates programs/sessions modeling group management, program instruction, and youth engagement practices to ensure healthy and safe program environments.
• Assist in the creation of curriculum and lesson plans.
• Assist Youth Development Professionals with program planning (including calendars and lesson plans), daily preparation, participant data collection and high-quality practices to boost engagement.
• Informally observes Youth Development Professionals and provide feedback and coaching, including coordination of shadow/observation opportunities for new Youth Development Professionals.
• Plan, promote and conduct specialized event and programs, including Leagues.
• Plan, promote, and conduct special events, recruiting members for programs (including grant funded), activities and leagues.
• Participate in SMBGC meetings and work committees, as available.
• Transports youth and/or teens to during Club sponsored activities to enhance programming and special experiences.
• Participates in training / educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.
• Ensures supply and program areas are neat and orderly, and bulletin boards and notices are current.
• Recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment.
• Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants, and ensures that other YDPs are providing quality programs.
• Monitors supply needs and orders required supplies through approved vendors and within budget as approved by Supervisor.
• Completes and submits all required paperwork on time.
• Assist in communication with parents.
• Assumes all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED, minimum of two years of college experience preferred.
• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of two years where:
• There is experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development.
• Formal training, and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid drivers' license and pass motor vehicle driving record check.
• Pass criminal background check.
• Pass (negative result) a TB test.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Prior experience working in a Boys & Girls Club preferred.

Knowledge, Ability and Skills

• Knowledge of subject matter within core areas and youth development in general.
• Skilled in creative planning, implementing quality youth programs, organizational /and project management, and working toward positive outcomes.
• Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues. Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and parents.
• Ability to demonstrate a professional manner in all interactions, able to facilitate a diverse group of youth effectively, and to organize time well and focus on completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions and Driving

• Work is offered based on operational needs; shifts may vary by day, time, and location.
• Employees may accept or decline any offered shift without penalty.
• There is no requirement to remain available when not scheduled.
• Travel between Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles sites and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position involves lifting; bending; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, crouching, or crawling; frequent interruptions via in-person contact, phone calls, and email are expected. Will be subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions based on activity location. Required to work around youth and adults where noise levels may be moderate to high during activities. Physical exertion may be required to lift supplies and equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Nothing in this job description restricts the right of Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica Management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job or change this job description at any time.

SMBGC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.