Youth Development Specialist - Riverside

DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: TOSA, Lead YDS & Assistant Director of Program Services

Location: Various School Sites within Riverside Unified School District

Hours: Varies based on assigned location M/T/Th/F 1 PM or 2 PM - 6 PM & Wed 12:15 PM - 6 PM

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

As a Youth Development Specialist, you are the heart of the student experience, bringing the mission to life directly at school sites throughout the Riverside Unified School District. You aren't just supervising-you are a mentor and a guide, transforming after-school hours into a vibrant environment where students feel safe, motivated, and empowered.


By leading dynamic HEARTS (Helping Elementary Achievers Reach The Stars) and Prime Time Program activities and providing intentional academic support, you will spark curiosity and build confidence in local youth. You will use active supervision and positive behavior management to ensure every program space is a secure, inclusive, and organized hub of growth and fun. This is a unique opportunity to shape the social and academic futures of RUSD students through meaningful connection and daily role modeling right where they learn and play.


KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development
   
   
   Outcomes:

• Promote and stimulate program participation with members.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Provide homework help

Program Implementation

1. Effectively implement and administer services and activities for students.
2. Ensure the safety of students is considered when implementing programs and activities.
3. Ensure program space/area is organized and cleaned during and after use.

Supervision of Youth

1. Provide guidance, affirm positive behavior and act as a role model and mentor to youth.
2. Provide a safe environment through active supervision, setting clear expectations and maintaining clean program areas.
3. Never leave members unsupervised and implement and follow School behavioral guidelines.

Professionalism

1. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings as required by supervisor or senior staff.
2. Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.
3. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in the organization's Employee Handbook, Staff Code of Ethics, and elsewhere.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May participate in special programs and/or events.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must pass the School District Instructional Aide Test
• Experience working with children (volunteer work counts).
• Able to review and implement lesson plans provided by the District.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Early Childhood education credits are a plus.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Ability to plan and implement quality activities for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Interpersonal skill development and maintenance.
• Valid State Driver's License or California ID card.
• Must clear TB, Drug Screen and Fingerprint check.
• CPR & First Aid Certifications - required within 6 months of hire date.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, carts, sports equipment, etc. and reach overhead. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. This role requires about 85% walking and/or standing, and 15% sitting. This position will be in-person, working at a school site. Frequent exposure to noise. Will work indoors and outdoors.


It is the policy of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside to consider all applicants and employees for their ability to perform their jobs without regard to their disabilities as required by law. We encourage all applicants and employees to notify management if accommodations are required for you to access your work area or to successfully perform your job duties.


STATEMENT OF INCLUSIVITY:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups
• LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

DISCLAIMER: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside requires a 4-point background check for all employees before hire and during employment that includes social security verification, local comprehensive criminal history search, national comprehensive criminal history search, and sex offender registry search. Per the organization's Screening & Onboarding Policy, a person is ineligible to obtain employment with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside if such person has been convicted of any misdemeanor against children or any felony consisting of murder, child abuse, domestic violence, abduction or human trafficking, rape or sexual assault, arson, weapons, physical assault or battery, or drug possession (use or distribution) in the last five years.