BGCVP: Youth Development Professional
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE VIRGINIA PENINSULA
Newport News, VA, US
Summary
The Youth Development Professional oversees daily programs and activities while ensuring the safety and growth of club members. They are responsible for establishing program objectives and maintaining close communication with staff and members.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Peninsula Unit - Newport News, VA 23608Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 HourlyJob Purpose:
- Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee a range of programs and day-to-day activities.
- Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals, standards, and mission.
- Encourage member participation in program activities and offer constructive feedback.
- Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and growth of members.
QualificationsRequired Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Required Experience:
- Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
- Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities
Preferred Experience:
- 1 year of experience in childcare
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to oversee a range of programs and day-to-day activities
- Capability to establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals, standards, and mission
- Skills to encourage member participation in program activities and offer constructive feedback
- Leadership skills to assure conduct, safety, and growth of members
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula has ensured youth living on the Virginia Peninsula have a fun, welcoming, and safe space to engage in an array of developmental opportunities since 1946. During our After-School and Summer programs, youth not only enjoy the benefits of participating in Club programming, but also develop positive relationships with peers, adult staff, and volunteers. Our core programs focus on Education, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, the Arts, and Sports & Recreation. BGCVP serves over 5,000 youth ages 6-18 in the cities of Newport News and Hampton and the counties of Gloucester, James City, and York at 11 Club sites.
Founded
1946
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Newport News, VA
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula has ensured youth living on the Virginia Peninsula have a fun, welcoming, and safe space to engage in an array of developmental opportunities since 1946. During our After-School and Summer programs, youth not only enjoy the benefits of participating in Club programming, but also develop positive relationships with peers, adult staff, and volunteers. Our core programs focus on Education, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, the Arts, and Sports & Recreation. BGCVP serves over 5,000 youth ages 6-18 in the cities of Newport News and Hampton and the counties of Gloucester, James City, and York at 11 Club sites.
Founded
1946
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Newport News, VA