JOB SUMMARY

The Youth Development Professional (YDP) is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of various programs and activities offered to the members of the Club, including programs that focus on academic achievement, healthy lifestyles and good character and citizenship. The YDP ensures a high level of participation in positive youth development programs. The YDP works under the direction of the Director of Operations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

·         Establish objectives that are consistent with organizational goals and mission

·         Support and maintain programs that engage members socially, culturally, and intellectually and that reflect the diversity of the Club

·         Support and maintain programs that serve our priority outcomes

·         Plan and implement the day-to-day activities in accordance with established standards and goals

·         Participate in meetings related to various programs and activities and inform Director of Operations of progress and/or changes to programs and goals

·         Create and maintain a culture of inclusion and respect in all sports and recreation activities

·         Maintain program equipment and facilities

·         Participate in outcome measurement processes and other evaluation programs, including BGCA’s annual assessments

·         Ensure quality of programs by conduction program evaluations

·         Working with Director of Operations, control expenditures and make recommendations for expenditures, as they relate to the teen programs

·         Manage and enforce discipline policies and provide effective guidance

·         Manage record keeping and reporting, as it relates to assigned programs

·         Attend mandatory staff meetings and training

·         Participate in special events and programs

·         May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations &/or the Executive Director

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED

·         Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in degree program to earn Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in sports, recreation, nutrition or the like

·         Bilingual (Spanish)

·         Experience working with a non-profit organization, preferably a youth development organization

·         Experience with youth athletic and recreational programs

·         Excellent planning and organizational skills

·         Ability to organize and conduct sports leagues

·         Familiarity with the principles of youth development

·         Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and groups

·         Ability to define outcomes and work towards positive outcomes

·         Ability to use Microsoft Office products, email and various social media outlets

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·         Ability to multi-task and be flexible

·         Valid Connecticut driver’s license

·         Possession of, or willingness to obtain, First Aid/CPR certification

·         Possession of, or willingness to obtain, an Endorsement A driving classification