OUR MISSION: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

TITLE:                                                     Youth Development Specialist (YDS)

REPORTS TO:                                   Unit/Site/Clubhouse Director

STATUS:                                                 Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or his/her designee, a YDS plans, implements, and supervises programs and activities in structured, specialized program spaces. Specialized content areas include: Education, Social Recreation, Cultural Arts, Sports & Fitness, Outdoor Recreation, and STEM.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Prepare Youth for Success

• Coordinate and supervise programs designed to help youth discover personal interest and abilities.
• Provided individualized support and mentoring to students who are struggling with schoolwork or other issues.
• Help children develop social skills through activities such as team building, arts & crafts projects, STEM etc.
• Provide homework assistance and high yield fun learning activities during Power Hour.

Program Development and Implementation

• Ensure safety of members, quality programs and clean appearance of the Club at all times.
• Organize and develop age appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Facilitate lesson plans for the youth.
• Adjust/modify lesson plans to accommodate all youth.

Supervision & Safety

• Ensure a productive and collaborative work environment by participating in planned staff meetings and training.
• Inspect program areas daily or any safety precautions prior to youth entering area.
• Monitor youth while in unstructured program areas.
• Follow all company and OCFS guidelines and regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• May organize and/or participate in special events.
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, effective communication, personal motivation, and interpersonal skills with members, peers, supervisors, parents, volunteers and the general public.
• Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club youth, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines and instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Support external contact as instructed with community groups, schools, member’s parents, public stakeholders and others as directed by supervisor. Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position may involve lifting, bending, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, and grasping. Must be able to demonstrate and/or describe activities to youth. This position works around youth and adults with moderate exposure to noise. This position will work both indoors and outdoors.