Youth Development Professional

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required. · Experience working with school-age youth in an educational, recreational, after-school, childcare, or youth development environment preferred. · Knowledge of or interest in positive youth development practices. · Strong organizational and time-management skills. · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. · Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced youth program environment. · Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with youth, parents and guardians, coworkers, and supervisors. · Ability to learn and consistently implement the mission, values, policies, procedures, and program standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County. · Ability to use email, Google Docs, and other technology and systems required for the position. · Ability to obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid certification within the timeframe required by the organization.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon completion of all legally required and organizational pre-employment screening and onboarding requirements applicable to the position. Employees must complete and maintain required mandated reporter, child abuse prevention, safety, and other training required by Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County and applicable law.

• Club Values Community – Creating a sense of belonging, fellowship, and fun.
• Knowledge – Demonstrating a willingness to learn, teach, and adapt.
• Empathy – Practicing kindness, active listening, understanding, and compassion.
• Acceptance – Promoting mindfulness, inclusivity, and a judgment-free environment.
• Transparency – Communicating directly and honestly.
• Accountability – Demonstrating acknowledgment and ownership.
• Leadership – Leading by example, inspiring others, setting appropriate boundaries, and serving as a positive mentor.

Mission Statement It is our mission to inspire and enable all young people to recognize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

Vision Statement Provide a world-class Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements The position requires active supervision and participation in youth programming in indoor and outdoor environments. Essential functions may include standing, walking, sitting, bending, and moving throughout program areas; responding appropriately to emergency situations involving youth; and occasionally lifting or moving program materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

The work environment may range from quiet to moderate in office or academic settings and may be loud during recreational activities and youth programming.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Other Duties This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned based on organizational and program needs. Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.