Youth Development Professional

PRIMARY FUNCTION:The Program Aide/Youth Development Professional plans, implements and supervises members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):Prepare Youth for SuccessCreate an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:Promote and stimulate program participation, especially for teens; register new members and participate in their Club orientation process; and provide guidance and role modeling to members.Program Development and ImplementationEffectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs and good appearance of the branch at all times. Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.SupervisionEnsure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:May participate in special programs and/or events.May be required to drive Club van.RELATIONSHIPS:Internal: Maintain 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: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:High school diploma or GEDExperience in working with childrenKnowledge of youth developmentAbility to motivate youth and manage behavior problemsAbility to deal with the general publicAbility to plan and implement quality programs for youthAbility to organize and supervise members in a safe environmentMandatory CPR and First Aid CertificationsValid State Drivers LicenseDISCLAIMER:The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boys & Girls Clubs Of Lower Bergen County Inc