Substitute - Youth Development Specialist chez Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside

TITLE: Substitute Youth Development Specialist (non-exempt)

DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: Site Director or Unit Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This is an on-call, hourly position and staff has the opportunity to work at various locations. 

Substitute YDS implements and supervises activities provided within a specific program area such as; Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, and Fitness and Recreation.

 KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development             

            Outcomes:

• promote and stimulate program participation;
• register new members and participate in their club orientation process;
• provide guidance and role modeling to members.

 Program Development and Implementation

1. Effectively implement and administer services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
2. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure the safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.

Supervision

1. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings as required by the supervisor or senior staff. 
2. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in the organization’s Employee Handbook and elsewhere. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May participate in special programs and/or events.

2. May be required to drive a Club van.

RELATIONSHIPS:

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

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

 SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.

• Experience in working with children (preferred)

• Knowledge of youth development.

• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.

• Ability to deal with the general public.

• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.

• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Interpersonal skill development and maintenance.

• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications (will provide training).

• Valid State Drivers License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, carts, sports equipment, etc. and reach overhead. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and multi task. The job requires about 85% walking and/or standing, and 15% sitting. This position will be in-person working at a school site. Exposure to noise. Will work inside and outside.

It is the policy of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside to consider all applicants and employees for their ability to perform their job without regard to their disabilities as required by law.  We encourage all applicants and employees to notify management if accommodations are required for you to access your work area or to successfully perform your job duties. 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. 

1. Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups
2. LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

DISCLAIMER:

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