On-Call Youth Development Professional - Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County

Title: On-Call Youth Development Professional
Location:  Various Branches
Category:  On-Call, Non-Exempt
Reports To:  Branch Director
Pay Rate:  $16.67/hr -$18.00/hr (if relevant experience, eligible for pay increase)
Weekly Schedule:  Available and willing to work at least 1-2 days per week (8 hours per week minimum) to provide support to Clubs in Thurston County.

*Substitute placement is on an on-call, as-needed basis as dictated by the daily needs of our Clubs. Be advised, there is no guarantee of placement on any given day and no ongoing expectation of placement.  

JOB SUMMARY

On-Call Youth Development Professional directly impacts the lives of our Club members by engaging in safe, interactive programs and learning experiences. The role provides hands-on delivery of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate youth programs and activities, such as social recreation, education development, team building activities, and an overall environment to build positive relationships.   

We are looking for an adaptable and committed individual who can balance an energetic, fun, youth-focused atmosphere with professionalism and maturity. This role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments, prefer a flexible schedule, and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years old. 
  
• Current driver's license.
• High School Diploma or GED. 
• Ability to commute to various Club locations across Thurston County. 
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and schedules. 
• Demonstrated experience working with youth, parents/guardians and/or community partners. 
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment. 
• Excellent communication, written, and interpersonal skills.  
• Ability to de-escalate problems when present, and problem-solve during day-to-day activities. 
• Ability to control and manage a group of children through different activities. 
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid certifications (course will be available for staff upon being hired). 
• Must pass local and national background check and pre-employment drug screening (in accordance with RCW 49.44.240). 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum six months where:
  • There is experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development
  • Formal training and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences
  • Boys & Girls Club experience

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be available on an on-call basis to fill in for regular Youth Development Professionals as needed. 
  
• Respond promptly to requests for substitution. 
• Adapt to various Club locations and schedules, ensuring continuity in program efforts. 
• Plan and supervise activities in program areas, such as the Games Room, Art, Gym, Education Room, Tech Lab, and Outdoors.  
• Deliver age-appropriate programs and activities for children in grades K-5. Coverage for the Teen Center may occur on occasion.  
• Actively supervise areas to promote a safe and positive environment. 
• Maintain a positive Boys & Girls Club culture with high energy, strong teamwork, and effective collaboration with other staff. 
• Promote program participation. 
• Maintain productive relationships with parents, staff, and other visitors to Club. 
• Model positive behaviors for children and staff. 
• Attend mandatory monthly all-staff trainings. 
• Assume other tasks, assignments, and responsibilities as needed or directed. 

BENEFITS

• Paid sick leave
• Paid development training
• Mileage reimbursement in accordance to organization policies
• Paid First Aid/CPR training certification

ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This role may use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Most duties will be carried out in Club and outdoors, fields, and areas. Successful program operations may necessitate travel to trainings, vendors, agencies, out-of-town trainings, offices, and other program sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products or supplies, up to 25 pounds.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position under sometimes stressful conditions; Manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines, and operate an automobile; Vision sufficient to read printed materials; Hearing sufficient to conduct in-person and telephone conversations; Speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in the normal conversational distance, on the telephone, and in addressing groups; Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, lift a minimum of 25 lbs. walk and stand for a minimum of 3 hours, and to reach overhead; Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, from the club, school, or home site to site), to drive an automobile; Physical, mental, and emotional tolerance to be exposed to the noise generated by children/youth in an enclosed environment; Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions. High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects; superior interpersonal abilities-able to interact effectively with co-workers of all levels and with the representation of other organizations and institutions. Ability to communicate with diverse personalities, tact, maturity, and flexibility.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented here indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. This position description is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

ABOUT US

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County (BGCTC) inspire and enable youth to realize their greatness. Our nine Clubs in Lacey (2), Olympia (3), Rochester, Tenino, Tumwater, and Yelm collectively serve over 1,500 youth and teens annually with safe, fun, and supportive activities and mentoring during critical out of school time. Founded in 2001, BGCTC has nearly 75 employees and an annual operating budget of $3.6 million. Shellica Trevino, Chief Executive Officer, leads the organization, which is governed by our Board of Directors. BGCTC's administrative office manages human resources, finances, resource development, communications, marketing, and operational activities for Club locations.

To learn more about our organization, visit www.bgctc.org.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.