Teen Youth Development Specialist: 2026–2027 School Year

Description The Youth Development Specialist (Teen Program) is a part-time position in Sioux Falls, SD, working with middle school youth at Patrick Henry, Ben Reifel and/ or George McGovern middle schools. This role supports educational, recreational, and STEAM activities, promotes a safe and inclusive environment, and provides youth supervision and mentorship while ensuring compliance with state and organizational safety standards. This is a part-time position with hours scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM during the school year.

• Why Join Us?
• Starting at $17/hour, with annual merit-based & cost of living raises to reward performance and growth.
• Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
• Gain hands-on experience in youth development, with access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Essential Job Functions: Welcome new members, explain rules, and encourage participation.
• Assist with student check in, welcoming visitors, answering phones and other communications.
• Support educational, recreational, and STEAM based activities that engage and interact with youth.
• Provide guidance and supervision for youth while maintaining a staff to youth ratio of 1:20.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Promote a fun, engaging, and safe atmosphere, including assisting with age-appropriate themes, activities, and field trips.
• Ensure that each teen program is operating in compliance with organizational, partnering agency, state and federal regulations and requirements and internal policies.
• Report and help resolve complaints or concerns per established procedures.
• Submit accurate daily attendance records and maintain data tracking for programming.
• Submit accurate daily attendance records.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to youth.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Attend staff meetings and required training sessions.
• Support special activities and events.
• Drive vehicles in accordance with transportation schedules.
• Assist in preparing and serving meals and snacks, including reporting requirements.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by supervisor/leadership.

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements: Previous experience, education, or training in adolescent development, secondary education, or youth behavior management is preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and a minimum of four years of driving experience. A valid CPR Certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of employment is required. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire does provide training for those not certified. Skills and Knowledge Requirements: Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills. Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and as part of a team. Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. Work Environment and Physical Requirements: Constant hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination. Intermittent speaking, standing, walking, kneeling, lifting, reaching, low-level activity, and squatting. Potential exposure to communicable diseases. Frequent lifting of objects under 20 pounds, and occasional lifting of items up to 75 pounds. Indoor with minimal outdoor work. Extreme temperatures in the summer and winter to be expected. Pre-Employment Screenings: Pre-employment screenings may include, but not limited to, the following: drug screen, criminal background check(s), child abuse/neglect screening(s), driving history screening(s), and reference checks.