Youth Development Professional (Martens Center) at Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club

Champaign, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Development, Behavior Management, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Program Planning, Child Supervision, Relationship Building, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Teamwork

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

The Youth Development Professional (Martens Center) collaborates with a team to deliver engaging activities and programs geared towards Club members aged 6-11 in the core areas of Character & Leadership, Education & Enrichment, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports & Recreation. This role requires creativity, energy, open-mindedness, initiative, and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of elementary-aged youth. This is an hourly part-time position with a daily schedule of 1:00pm-6:00pm. Responsibilities * Collaborate with Unit Director, Coordinator, and fellow Specialists to plan, organize, and deliver Boys & Girls Club curriculum, programs, and activities * Provide direct supervision to Club members, actively engaging in programs and services * Foster positive, professional relationships with and between Club members * Apply classroom and behavior management techniques as needed and report areas of concern to supervisor * Prepare incident reports and provide suggestions or feedback on appropriate discipline; participate in conferences regarding youth behavior as requested * Ensure daily service reports reflect accurate member attendance and participation * Provide and maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by reviewing programming and facilities and supervising members * Communicate professionally with members, their families, staff, and partners to uphold a positive Club image * Serve as a role model to Club members, modeling appropriate behavior with respect to attire, boundaries, communication, and social conduct * Support the enforcement of Club rules and expectations and provide informal guidance and discipline to members * Utilize MyClubHub to accurately track daily member attendance and program participation Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years of age * Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. * Prior work experience in a classroom, daycare, afterschool, camp, or similar program or educational experience in education, social work, psychology, recreation, or a related field highly desirable * Experience working with youth aged 6-11 * Strong youth group and behavior management skills * Ability to help youth develop healthy habits and healthy lifestyles * Willingness and ability to engage and develop positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds * Willingness and ability to be actively involved in youth recreational activities * Valid Driver’s License and be approved by the Club's auto insurance provider * Ability to work independently and as a member of a team * Ability to lift 50lbs Benefits * All part-time staff receive 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a team to deliver engaging educational and recreational programs for children aged 6-11. Provide direct supervision and maintain a safe, positive environment while tracking member attendance and participation.