Teen Youth Development Professional - Watts/Willowbrook Club

Description

The Teen Youth Development Professional has a teen-focused specialty and is responsible for delivering high-quality programs and mentorship to members in grades 9 through 12. This role focuses on creating meaningful relationships with teen members, supporting their academic success, workforce readiness, leadership development, and overall well-being. The position involves planning, implementing, and evaluating teen-centered programs in areas such as college and career exploration, social-emotional learning, civic engagement, and creative enrichment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate programs for high school-aged youth in alignment with BGCMLA’s strategic teen initiatives.
• Promote and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages teens to build confidence, leadership skills, and positive peer relationships.
• Foster strong relationships with teen members, acting as a mentor and positive role model.
• Track attendance, participation, and engagement to evaluate program impact and report outcomes.
• Actively promote programs and recruit teen members through outreach within the clubhouse and the broader community, including high schools and community partners.
• Lead and support signature teen programs such as Social Recreation, Youth of the Year, and Keystone.
• Collaborate with school sites, families, and local partners to ensure a holistic approach to teen development and identify referral opportunities for additional services.
• Maintain accurate program records, incident reports, and documentation related to member progress.
• Create a welcoming and youth-led program culture by regularly involving teens in planning, decision-making, and feedback opportunities.
• Maintain program spaces, ensuring they are organized, safe, and teen-friendly.
• Support volunteer engagement and mentor assignments to enhance program delivery.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Assist with special events, trips, and club-wide teen activities as needed.
• Provide guidance and behavior management in accordance with BGCMLA policies and expectations.
• Support other team members and programming efforts as needed, including driving club vehicles or participating in outreach events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

• High School diploma or GED, minimum of two years of college experience preferred.
• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of two years where: there is experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development and/or formal training, and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid drivers’ license and pass motor vehicle driving record check.
• Pass criminal background check.
• Pass (negative result) a TB test.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Prior experience working in a Boys & Girls Club preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

• Knowledge of core subject areas relevant to teen programming, including academic support, college and career readiness, workforce development, social-emotional learning, and youth leadership.
• Understanding of adolescent development and best practices in youth engagement for high school-aged members.
• Skilled in designing and delivering creative, teen-focused programs that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to plan, lead, and evaluate programs that lead to measurable positive outcomes for teens.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and mentor diverse youth populations, including experience managing behavior and fostering a supportive club environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teens, families, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to model professionalism, reliability, and a growth mindset in all interactions and maintain clear boundaries with teen members.

WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING

• Travel between Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles sites and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles.
• This position may be assigned to any sites within the Club as needed to accommodate changes in programming, staffing, or operational requirements.
• Hours are based on school calendar and attendance patterns/trends – evening hours are required during the school year; hours will vary during summer and school breaks; occasional weekend hours are required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position involves lifting; bending; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, crouching, or crawling; frequent interruptions via in-person contact, phone calls, and email are expected. Will be subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions based on activity location. Required to work around youth and adults where noise levels may be moderate to high during activities. Physical exertion may be required to lift supplies and equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Nothing in this job description restricts the right of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles Management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job or change this job description at any time.