Part-Time
Youth Development Professional
Club Operations
Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
Compensation Overview
$16/hr
Bradenton, FL, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
Category
 Education |
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Required Skills
CPR
First Aid
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
- A valid state driver's license is required.
- The candidate must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
- Experience working with children and knowledge of youth development are required.
- Experience and ability in creating interactive and educational activities are required.
- The candidate must be able to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
- The candidate must be able to stand, walk, and sit; use hands and fingers on a computer keyboard and other office equipment; lift or move up to 25 pounds during a standard four- or eight-hour shift; and maintain constant alertness in a safety-sensitive environment.
- Level 2 employment screening, including fingerprint-based Florida and federal criminal records checks, is required as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate activities within a specific program area, such as social recreation and sports, the arts, academic success, or technology education.
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes.
- Engage youth, stimulate participation, and promote consistent attendance in activities.
- Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, role modeling, and direction for leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement, and academic progress.
- Implement and administer programs, services, and activities.
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure member safety, program quality, and the appearance of the club.
- Engage members in activities and provide a safe environment.
- Support members' emotional and social development and encourage understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Plan and facilitate purposeful, engaging activities and group projects.
- Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets, and other administrative work.
- Participate in training, staff development activities, and club staff meetings.
- Maintain daily contact with club staff, club members, and the supervisor to exchange information, discuss issues, explain guidelines and instructions, instruct, collaborate, and advise or counsel.
- Clean, set up, and close down the program area daily.
Desired Qualifications
- Certifications and credentials in the applicable skill-based activity are highly preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, prioritization ability, communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, motivation of youth, behavior-management ability, and flexibility are preferred.