Lead Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains•Brookings, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Youth Development Professional will plan, organize, implement, supervise, and evaluate daily programs and activities for youth. This role involves coordinating with other staff to ensure a safe, enriching, and supportive environment. The Lead Youth Development Professional is responsible for overseeing the supervision of youth and managing the Youth Development Professionals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Commitment to working four days a week
Committed to working school year hours (M, T, TH, F: 3:00-6:00pm) (W: 2:30-6:00PM)
Commitment to working at the Club during the summer 25-35 hours. (Open M-F: 7:30-6:00PM)
Valid CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of employment. We provide this training in-house if you are not currently certified!

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, on-the-spot and reflective feedback, and supervision to assigned Youth Development Professional/volunteers.
Develop and organize daily programs and activities for youth that are engaging, educational, and promote positive development.
Ensure programs align with the Club’s goals and meet the needs of all youth participants.
Commitment to youth safety; to include adequate supervision of youth, as well as providing a safe and welcoming environment.
Foster effective communication with parents, community and school.
Assist with youth having behavioral challenges and support corrective methods and plans.
Ensures an environment that facilitates cleanliness, attractiveness and safety of members, properties and equipment.
Participate in training, special programs and/or events.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Ensure a safe and positive environment for all participants, addressing any issues or conflicts that arise.