Youth Development Professional

Under the supervision of the School Site Supervisor/17th Street Coordinator, the Youth Development Professional’s role is to help strengthen the health and life skills of youth. Youth Development Professionals lead many interactive, hands-on activities in the after school program and serve as positive role models and mentors for the Club members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help youth achieve their expected goals; which include, creating a positive self-identity, developing core competencies, giving youth a self of community and civic involvement, increasing their awareness of good health and well-being, and instilling a good moral compass in order to build positive relationships.​
•  Engage youth in the core program areas of C.H.A.S.E. (Character & Leadership Development, Health & Life Skills, the Arts, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, and Education & Career Development), which are designed to enrich their physical, emotional, cultural, and social development.
• Support the Five Key Elements which are shown to produce a deepening level of impact with the youth, which includes; a safe, positive environment; fun; supportive relationships; opportunities and expectations; and recognition.
• Track attendance of Club members during each activity.  Should be aware at all times the number of members in a group and their whereabouts.
• Assist members with academic assignments in individual and group settings.
• Facilitate programs mandated by the Agency and give a comprehensive lesson on the assigned topic.
• Lead Club members in safe and age-appropriate physical activities and interactive play.
• Supervise members during recreational activities in and outside of the building.
• Assist other staff with serving meals and snacks. At meal time, sit and talk with members while reinforcing proper etiquette.
• Clean Clubhouse as necessary after meals and activities. Wash dishes, sweep, wipe tables, and organize.
• Be present at scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Serve as a positive role model to members by dressing and acting professionally and providing appropriate guidance and instruction on an individual basis.
• May transport members in a company vehicle on field trips.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year experience working with youth required, preferably in an organized program setting.  Experience must include giving guidance of life skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid and acceptable NYS driver’s license according to standards of our insurance company and OCFS for operating club vehicle(s).  Local travel required.
• Must pass all agency required background checks

Job Type: Part Time
Salary: $11.70

How to Apply

Send your resume to bvincheski@nfbgc.org.  You can also mail to the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club at 725 17th Street Niagara Falls, NY 14301.