Youth Development Professional

Job Title:

Youth Development Professional

Department:

Boys & Girls Club

Reports to:

Unit Director

FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive Type:

Safety Sensitive

Effective Date:

10/01/2024

Job Summary:

The individual works directly with implementation and delivery of year round programs to youth & teens. The individual will oversee other volunteer staff members as they relate to programs. Must have flexible hours to be able to work on weekends and afternoons as assigned. Other responsibilities include maintaining safety of members, public and staff, maintaining a high profile in the community, and soliciting sponsors for programs.

Essential Job Functions:

Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

1. Maintain a clean facility in all core program areas to establish a program setting that insures the health and safety of members.
2. Contribute to the creation of the overall club's climate for youth development.
3. Plan & implement programs and activities consistent with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Edinburg RGV mission, core beliefs and vision statement.
4. Provide guidance services, support and acts as a mentor to at risk youth/teens.
5. Manage necessary administrative functions and assigned resources.
6. Solicit sponsors for programs and special events.
7. Administrative duties: cash reports, monthly reports, outcome measures, rosters, attendance reports, lesson plans, pre and post testing, program evaluation, etc.
8. Cooperate with other divisions to promote city and city-sponsored events.
9. Promote and publicize programs to club members, parents, and community daily.
10. Plan and Coordinate activities with supervisor and co-workers in timely manner.
11. Performs related work and reports as assigned.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
2. Applicant must take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.
3. Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
4. Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.
5. Must have own transportation
6. Require obtaining of CPR/First Aid Certification.

Required Education:

Pursuing high school diploma, GED or equivalency

Education Preference:

Associates Degree

Educational Substitute:

Not Applicable

Required Work Experience:

No experience required

Experience Preference:

One (1) year of experience overseeing staff

Supervisory Experience Requirement:

Not applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Requires a knowledge of Boys & Girls Club programs.
2. Requires working knowledge of youth programs and general maintenance.
3. Must be able to work under pressure.
4. Must be in good physical condition.
5. Must have good public relations ability.
6. Sensitive to the needs of youth/teens.

Equipment Materials:

General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:

● Computer

● General Office Equipment

● Program Equipment

Work Conditions:

Individual works indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned buildings as well as outdoors to implement and oversee programs. The job has minimum hazards associated with lifting equipment.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform detailed work, multiple deadlines and concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff and the public.

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.