Youth Development Specialist - SP Riverside at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands - Riverside

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

22.67

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Development, Program Implementation, Student Supervision, Behavior Management, Lesson Plan Execution, Academic Support, Mentoring, Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Public Relations, Teamwork, First Aid, CPR, Child Safety

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. * Employee Assistance Plan: Our EAP offers access to counseling services, resources, and referrals, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive in all areas of life. * Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing professional growth opportunities through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives. * Workplace Culture: We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization. PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Youth Development Specialist (YDS) prepares and implements programs, supervises club members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship. This is an afterschool/summer contracted position with Scholarship Prep Charter Schools and is subject to Scholarship Prep guidelines & rules. KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities): Prepare Youth for Success * Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development. Outcomes: * Promote and stimulate program participation with members. * Provide guidance and role modeling to members. * Provide homework help and academic support. Program Implementation * Effectively implement and administer services and activities for students. * Ensure the safety of students is considered when implementing programs and activities. * Ensure program space/area is organized and cleaned during and after use. Supervision of Youth * Provide guidance, affirm positive behavior and act as a role model and mentor to youth. * Provide a safe environment through active supervision, setting clear expectations and maintaining clean program areas. * Never leave members unsupervised and implement and follow School behavioral guidelines. Professionalism * Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings as required by the supervisor or senior staff. * Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks. * Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in the organization’s Employee Handbook, Staff Code of Ethics, and elsewhere. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * May participate in special programs and/or events. * May be required to drive club van periodically. RELATIONSHIPS: Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel. External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: * High School diploma or GED required. * Experience working with children (preferred). * Able to review and implement lesson plans provided by the district. * Knowledge of youth development stages. * Early Childhood education credits are a plus. * Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. * Ability to deal with the general public. * Ability to plan and implement quality activities for youth. * Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment. * Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. * Interpersonal skill development and maintenance. * Valid State Driver License or California ID card. * Must clear TB, Drug Screen and Fingerprint check. * CPR & First Aid Certifications within 90 of hire. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, carts, sports equipment, etc. and reach overhead. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and multi-task. The job requires about 85% walking and/or standing, and 15% sitting. This position will be in-person working at Clubhouse. Exposure to noise. Will work inside and outside. It is the policy of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside to consider all applicants and employees for their ability to perform their job without regard to their disabilities as required by law. We encourage all applicants and employees to notify management if accommodations are required for you to access your work area or to successfully perform your job duties. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside provided the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. * Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups * LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

Responsibilities

The Youth Development Specialist prepares and implements programs to support academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character for club members. Responsibilities include supervising youth, providing homework help, and maintaining a safe, organized environment.