Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire

Youth Development Professional - Abingdon, VA (Summer)

Reference ID : 74433
Location : Abingdon, VA
Category : Education/Training
Job Type : Part Time

Description

Summary

The Youth Development Professional supervise members in the program area, while assisting with and maintaining club program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members.

Duties

        Ensure that members actively participate in the program area and activities for which you are responsible.

        Encourage members to seek advice and guidance from staff regarding problems.

        Ensure that children receive caring supervision, respect, and recognition for their efforts.

        Assist Site Coordinators in organizing and implementing a range of program services and activities for enrolled members and visitors that are fun, instructional, and competitive, and that incorporate team-building skills.

        Initiate new programs with the approval of the Program Director; make recommendations concerning programs.

        Ensure safety, positive values, and ethical behavior through quality in programs, and the Club's appearance at all times.

        Guide members; act as a role model.

        Assist in maintaining inventories of all program equipment and supplies.

        Ensure all related supplies and equipment are maintained in good order (cleanliness and upkeep of Program Area after usage)

Requirements

        Must be at least 18 years old

        High School diploma or GED.

        Background Check/Fingerprinting

        Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. We will assist in getting these certifications if not already certified. 

        Pass a Drug Screening test.

Demonstrate creative, organizational, and project management abilities.

        Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues.

        Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and parents.

        Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.

        Ability to deal with the general public.

Must be available to work from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

Must be willing to travel to other sites.



Salary : $12 to $12/Hr
Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent
Job Type : Part Time
Category : Education/Training
Minimum Experience : None
Location : Abingdon, VA

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