Mission: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Job Description
Job Title: Youth Development Professional (YDP)
FLSA Classification: Nonexempt, temporary
Salary Range: Starting at$11.50/hour
Reports to: Site Director
Supervisory responsibilities: None
Employment Dates: 06/04/25 - 07/24/25
Mandatory Staff Training will take place 06/04 - 06/09 from 9:00am – 4:00pm
Shift Options: Full-time 7:30am-3:30pm |Part-time 12pm - 5:30pm
Summary/objective The Youth Development Professional (YDP), under the guidance of the Site Director, plans, implements and supervises programs and activities in structured, and/or specialized program spaces. Specialized content may include, but is not limited to, education, social recreation, cultural arts, sports & fitness, outdoor recreation, and STEM.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Every staff member is expected to cultivate and maintain positive donor, member, and community relationships.
- Prepare youth for success by promoting program participation, providing guidance and role-modeling to youth, providing a safe environment through communicating clear rules and expectations, and providing homework assistance and fun learning activities.
- Identify and respond to member behavior issues; communicate with Emotional Support Specialist or management as needed.
- Plan, develop and implement age-appropriate activities for youth.
- Ensure classroom and all BGC site areas are safe, clean, and organized.
- Understand and follow all emergency procedures and safety guidelines in all youth areas.
- Supervise youth activities; own responsibility for youth safety and youth whereabouts at all times.
- Communicate about participants’ experiences, and report concerns to Director of Programs.
- Help guide junior staff, and volunteers to ensure they have a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling.
- Participate in meetings as appropriate, and communicate effectively, in written form and verbally with internal staff and program participants.
- Participate in professional development and networking conferences and events as appropriate and/or requested by Director of Programs and CEO.
Work environment Able to stand and/or walk up to 75% of time. Could require running and expended periods of standing and walking. Able to sit up to 25% of the time. Able to view a computer monitor daily. Some travel may be required in company or personal vehicle. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. This role is an on-site position and is not eligible for WFH or hybrid work.
- Mandatory to attain (within 6 months) and keep current CPR and first aid certifications.
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or GED is required as is experience working with youth, ages 6-18.
- One to three (1-3) years prior childcare experience is preferred.
- General knowledge of and experience working with at-risk populations is preferred.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, as are excellent interpersonal skills with youth and management.
- Time management skills are required.
- Working knowledge of computers and systems is required, including and not limited to, Microsoft products such as Word (or similar product knowledge).
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism are required.