YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL - Summer Only - The Arts at Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County Inc

South Bradenton, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

16.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Development, Program Implementation, Mentoring, Guidance, Role Modeling, Leadership Development, Artistic Skills, Academic Progress, Program Evaluation, Safety Monitoring, Emotional Support, Social Development, Lesson Planning, Time Management, Communication, Behavior Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description JOB TITLE: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL DEPARTMENT: CLUB OPERATIONS REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Youth Development Professionals plan, implements, supervises and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area: The Arts PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: (not all-inclusive) Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes. Ensure engagement, promote and stimulate participation, and consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities. Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, role modeling to members and overall direction for their leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement and academic progress Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the club at all time. Engaging members in activities successfully and provide a safe environment for members. Support members emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts successfully. Plan and facilitate purposeful and engaging activities and group projects Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets and other administrative duties Participate in training and staff development activities. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in club staff meetings. Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; collaborate; and advise/counsel. Mandatory cleaning set up and closes down of program area on a daily basis. Requirements POSITION REQUIREMENTS: (not all inclusive) This is a part time/summer only position. High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required Certifications and credentials in respective skill-based activity highly preferred CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred Valid State Driver’s License Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test Experience in working with children and knowledge of youth development. Experience and ability in creating interactive and educational activities Strong Organization, Time Management Skills and ability to set Priorities Obtain strong Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, High Level of Energy and Flexibility Strong communication, Interpersonal skills, and Attention to Detail Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Required to stand, walk, and sit. Able to use hands and fingers on a (computer) keyboard and other office equipment. Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds during a standard 4 or 8 hour shift. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Perform Safety-sensitive culture requiring a constant state of alertness. The noise level in the work environment is high due to work is conducted in a Club setting, indoor/outside. It is the policy of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County that applicants for employment undergo level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment. All applicants for employment or to volunteer who are selected for an interview will be provided with the Consent to Background Screening form for level 2 screening, and/or an Affidavit of Good Moral Character. The leading candidate for employment will be required to execute the Consent form and report to a designated location and submit fingerprints for level 2 screening. No applicant for a designated position will be employed until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County, Office of Human Resources. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement

Responsibilities

Youth Development Professionals are responsible for planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating activities within a specific program area, such as The Arts, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for youth participation and development.