Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Youth Development Professional Muncie, IN · Part time

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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

Salary: $11.50/hour

Reports to: Site Director

Start Date: August 10th, 2026

Supervisory responsibilities: None

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.

· Employee required to possess a valid driver’s license and is occasionally required to transport members in a company vehicle.

· Proof of vehicle insurance is required.

· 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.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person