Youth Development Professional

Description

Summary of the Role 

Imagine a place where every young person, regardless of their background or circumstances, has the opportunity to explore, grow, and thrive. A place where potential isn’t just recognized, but nurtured, empowering young people to become the leaders of tomorrow. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica (SMBGC), we’re dedicated to turning this vision into reality, providing transformative experiences that help youth discover their strengths and achieve their dreams.

Our Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. We are excited to hire (3) Middle School YDPs to support and lead the launch of our new afterschool program at Paul Revere Middle School. These positions are key to opening the door to new after school possibilities for youth in the community. Qualified candidates will have a passion for serving 6th-8th grade students with engaging after school curriculum, games, and opportunities to explore civic engagement and youth leadership. 

As highly visible, active, and engaged staff, YDPs will drive outreach and enrollment for Paul Revere students, build relationships with school staff, parents, and community, and lead safe enrichment activities that range from tutoring, career exploration, healthy lifestyle curriculum, and a host of character and leadership opportunities. 

Essential Functions of the Position

• Lead school outreach, back to school, and family engagement activities to share knowledge about Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica Programming. Support membership enrollment. 
• Create positive and supportive relationships with twee/teen middle school students. 
• Assure youth are safe and engaged in activities. This includes following all safety requirements for Boys & Girls Clubs such as adhering to check-in-out procedures, active engagement during programming, and active monitoring of programming spaces. 
• Plans field trips, cultural engagement activities, workshops, and civic engagement projects during the school year, out of school time, and over the summer. 
• Provide positive mentorship, coaching, and role modeling to youth 

  What we offer you 

• Targeted Youth Development Professional onboarding in your first 90 days. 
• New hire orientation that breaks down the organization and your important, fun, connected place within it. You get to understand how your work drives our mission and makes an impact in kids’ lives. 
• An employer who invests in its team!
• Commitment to DEI in the workplace, which means ensuring access, opportunity, and advancement for our diverse team. 
• Plus: Making a difference by providing a fun and safe environment for youth!

Summary

Status: Part Time

Location: This is an in-person role only. Must be able to commute to school location

Approximate Hours: School Year: 25 Hours will change to the daytime during summer programming. 

Hourly Base Wage: $22-$23.50 / Hour

Requirements

Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrated experience working in the youth development field 
• Good character, integrity and adaptability. Must lead with good judgement, be able to set healthy boundaries, illustrate patience, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to set a positive example for tweens/teens and peers in presence, attitude and behavior. 
• Experience working with diverse populations and communities and know how to build an inclusive environment for youth.  
• Good communications skills, and the willingness to learn best practices for supporting young people. 
• Creative, curious, and the ability to adapt to the school environment. This position is stationed outdoors and has limited classroom settings.  
• Must participate in training required by the Club, County, State, and/or funders.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays when the club is open. 
• Strong written communications for emails, experience with Microsoft Teams, and the ability to learn the club database functions. Comfort using an iPad or tablet for everyday work operations.  
• Must be able to pass background checks, fingerprinting, and TB test
• Must obtain/maintain a current CPR & First Aid Certification upon employment

Extra Awesome Points:  

• You are a Spanish speaker. 
• You have more than one year of experience working with young people. 
• You have a teaching certificate or background in education.