Youth Development Specialist-Part-time_Paterson, NJ
Job Description
The Youth Development Specialist plans, implements, and supervises members, and evaluates activities and outcomes with a specific program area, supporting our priority outcomes areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare Youth for Success
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
a) Promote & stimulate program participation
b) Provide guidance and role modeling to members
c) Program Development and Implementation - Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety quality and good appearance of the branch at all times. Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports
- Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly unit staff meetings
- Participate in special programs and events
- Additional Responsibilities as needed
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED
- At least one year experience in similar youth program preferred.
- Knowledge of youth development
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
- Ability to deal with the general public
- Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
- Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
- Mandatory State training requirements
- Candidate much be available to work Monday to Friday: 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm during the school year and either a morning shift (7:15am - 12:30pm) or afternoon shift (12:30pm - 5:30pm) schedule Monday to Friday in the summer.
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic offers a safe, wholesome after school environment for kids age 5 through 18 to have fun and learn. During summer months, a day camp is offered.
Our professional staff and team of dedicated volunteers deliver a comprehensive array of high quality educational, social, and recreational programs.
