Youth Development Specialist Job Description

Youth Development Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Youth Development Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare Youth for Success;
  • Additional responsibilities as needed;
  • Effectively implements and administers programs, services, and activities for drop-in members and visitors;
  • Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly unit staff meetings;
  • Participate in special programs and events;
  • Maintains an active presence in the home and is accountable for the house cell phone and security of the;
  • Assist youth in learning skills of independence by providing education, guidance, and support;
  • Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with youth.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of youth development;
  • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems;
  • Candidate must be available from either 2:00pm – 6:00pm or 2:30pm to 6:30pm Monday to Friday;
  • Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth;
  • Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications;
  • Experience working with children;
  • Must have transportation;
  • Mandatory State training requirements;
  • At least one year experience in similar youth program preferred;
  • High School Diploma or GED;
  • Bilingual preferred;
  • Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment;
  • Ability to deal with the general public.