Youth Development Professional - Bristol, Tennessee

Job Description

Job 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.

Hours - Afterschool Program, 2 : 00-6 : 30PM

Must be willing to drive a 14-passenger activity bus (non-CDL).

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)

May participate in special programs and / or events.

Requirements

Location : Bristol, TN sites

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.

High School Diploma

Must be available Monday- Friday 2 : 00-6 : 30 p.m.

Successful Background Check

Able to pass a drug screening

Must be able to drive a 14-passenger van as part of job duties (21 Years Old, Valid Drivers License with driving record in good standing)

Nice To Haves

Preferred but not required to have previous background childcare training and / or experience.