Youth Development Specialist
$15.
00 - $18.
00/hour
Monday – Friday, no weekends
Part-time
Position Summary
The Youth Development Specialist will be responsible for planning, implementing, supervising and evaluating activities in a variety of areas, such as academic, computer lab, arts and crafts, physical education, good character and citizenship, and health and wellness.
Ensure programs, services and activities will prepare youth for success, promote safety of members and quality in programming.
The Club environment is healthy, fun, safe, clean, and well maintained.
Responsibilities
Responsible for creating an environment that actively engages Club members in programs and activities and encourages participation by all members in order to meet program goals.
Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes and attracts members with appropriate displays, information and recognition.
Assist with regular evaluations of programs and activities.
Record attendance accurately (participation numbers) for all programs/activities facilitated.
Prepare periodic activity reports, including participant data, for communication to constituents and others with an interest and/or need to know.
Assist with new member registration and participate in the Club orientation process.
Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Ensure that programs and activities occur daily as scheduled.
Ensure that all equipment needed is gathered and in working order prior to each program and/or activity.
Monitor programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance, and cleanliness of the unit.
At the end of the day, ensure all program areas are clean and trash is picked up.
Follow mandated child abuse reporting policies.
Facilitate one “On the Spot Fun” activity daily.
Communicate stories of member accomplishments with Unit Director/Branch Director and made available for Board reports, constituents and others with an interest and/or need to know.
Ensure that the Club is promoted in a positive manner.
Additional Responsibilities
Complete assigned work within the framework of established due dates, guidelines and policies.
Attendance and participation in staff meetings and TGIF (Talent & Growth Improvement Fridays) is mandatory.
Attendance and participation in additional staff development opportunities is strongly suggested.
Check and/or monitor Club email at least twice a week; preferably daily.
Complete timesheets accurately and submit on time.
Address issues and concerns with other staff, Club processes, supervisors, programs, volunteers or any other matters promptly and in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner.
Assist with special hours on non-school days at the Menasha Club and/or the Appleton Club.
Qualifications
The Youth Development Specialist position is a part time, professional human service position requiring a majority combination of the following:
A High School Diploma or equivalent.
College or teaching experience in a related field preferred.
Basic knowledge of youth development, behavior management techniques, principles of effective youth development programming, and CPR/First Aid.
Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to motivate and inspire and manage behavioral situations.
Ability to exude confidence and maintain control of a safe and positive youth development environment.
Ability to work independently and efficiently; managing multiple tasks and developing solutions to problems with limited supervision.
Ability to assist with supervision of adult and teen volunteers.
Ability and desire to work with youth age 6 to 18 in a variety of environments, including one-to-one, small group, and large group settings.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club personnel, Board of Directors, collaborating partners and Club parents.
The Youth Development Specialist hours are generally Monday – Friday 3:00 PM-6:00/7:00 PM during the school year and may include morning program hours at school sites.
These hours may vary based on programming needs.
Special hours for non-school days as well as summer program hours at the Menasha Club and/or the Appleton Club are generally available.
The Youth Development Specialist must adhere to the Attendance Policy.
Ability to work/function in a variety of environments, including loud environments with high energy, interacting with multiple aged members.