Youth Development Professional

Job Title: Youth Development Professional

Department: TPS San Marcos & BGCSCT

Reports to: Site Coordinator

Effective Date: ASAP

Job Summary:

The Youth Development Professionals role is providing daily programs, services and activities for Program Site participants, which are consistent with the organization’s youth development mission and goals. Youth development Professionals are primarily, but not exclusively, responsible for youth supervision, developing positive, productive relationships with students and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs such as Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, Sports-Fitness & Recreation and Healthy Lifestyles. This person will work closely with the Site Coordinator to plan & implement designated programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes for youth. The person will maintain program goals that ensure the health and safety of participants.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of positive youth development:

Promotes and stimulate program participation;

Provides guidance and role modeling to members.

Focus on maintaining a safe, positive atmosphere for all youth.

Exhibits a warm, concerned attitude toward youth that uses a positive approach in dealing with individuals as well as groups of children.

Effectively plan and lead programs, services and a variety of activities for members.

Participates as an active, positive team member with supervisor, other staff, volunteers and members at all times by communicating effectively.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Experience in youth development.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to communicate well with children and parents.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Classroom Management Skills.

Ability to work under minimal supervision.

Ability to adjust to new job responsibilities as assigned.

Must be able to pass a background and fingerprint check. (There will be an associated fingerprint fee pending offer of employment)

Education and Experience:

At least 18 years of age

Have a high school diploma or higher depending on position

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to maneuver within work site 4-5 hours per day

Must be able to comfortably move and manipulate up to 25 lbs of weight up to 4 hours per day

Classification: Exempt

Days: Monday – Friday, [Some Saturdays, as assigned]

Summer Hours: 7:30am-1:30pm or 1:00pm-7:00pm

School Year Hours: 2:30pm – 6:30pm

Compensation: $15.00 per hour, paid monthly.

Reports to: Site Coordinator

Location: 400 Uhland Rd. San Marcos, TX 78666

Texas Preparatory Charter School campuses in Austin and San Marcos, Texas are operated by The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Texas, a non-profit organization located in San Marcos, Texas. The organization was established in 1994, and serve youth throughout south central Texas to include Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe and Hays counties.

Non-discrimination Policy: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Texas does not discriminate against anyone for any reason or because of any belief. The Center serves as a unifying force within the community and will accept anyone regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender, national origin or ethnicity.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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