Job Description
About the position
A Youth Development Professional (YDP) delivers activities and mentorship to youth ages 6–18 to support their developmental growth. YDPs plan and deliver age-based programming in areas including Arts, Education, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, and Sports & Recreation. They foster an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive environment. The role may require additional hours during spring break, Thanksgiving, Christmas break, and summer.
Responsibilities
• Supervise youth and ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-youth ratios and accountability.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral, medical, or safety concerns.
• Follow Boys & Girls Clubs policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
• Lead engaging, fun, and age-appropriate youth development activities and programs.
• Implement programs in academic recovery, character and leadership, health and wellbeing, and life and workforce readiness.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Build relationships with youth, families, coworkers, volunteers, schools, and community partners.
• Encourage positive behavior through guidance, encouragement, and conflict resolution.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space.
• Monitor attendance and ensure youth are properly supervised.
• Care for program supplies and equipment, and report facility maintenance or safety concerns.
• Attend required meetings and professional development trainings.
• Assist with special events, school break programs, summer programming, and field trips as needed.
• Assist with transportation of youth when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to positively engage and supervise groups of youth.
• Ability to pass a background check.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience working with children or youth is preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.