Job Description

Job Title: SACC Youth Development Professional (YDP)

Performance

Profile Source: FRONT LINE STAFF

Department: After-school Programs (ASP)

Location: Varies, Troy and Albany

Reports to: SACC Supervisor

Salary: $15.50-17.00/hour

Hours & Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2-5:30 or 3-6:30 depending on site

Organizational Values

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll be part of realizing our mission to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Our team works together to ensure that youth in the Capital Area are given an opportunity to succeed and flourish in today’s fast paced environment.

Overview of Your Role

The primary function of the Youth Development Professional will be to implement enrichment activities, provide homework help, and supervise youth between the ages of 4 - 13. YDPs work directly with youth focusing on enrichment activities ranging from dance, sports, art, STEM, and many more.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Delivery

• Deliver Boys and Girls Club programs to club members in a fun and engaging manner.
• Receive lesson plans from SACC Coordinator and implement them during enrichment and power hour activity time.
• Maintain open lines of communication with other Youth Development Professionals, SACC Coordinator and club members.

Leadership & Supervision

• Oversee, support, and manage club members during program hours.
• Participate in periodical staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Co-deliver enrichment activities and programs with Youth Development Specialists.

Risk Management and Maintenance

• Ensure program areas are in compliance by understanding and implementing the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Regulations for School Age-Child Care, the Child and Adult Food Program, and grant.
• Assist in maintaining inventories of all program equipment and supplies; ensure all related supplies and equipment are maintained in good order (cleanliness and upkeep of Program Area after usage).

Health & Safety

• Ensure the health and safety of students and staff, by ensuring program areas are safe with evacuation and emergency procedures posted and first aid kits accessible.
• Conduct daily club member health check and file incident reports to SAC Coordinator
• Complete Foundations in Health & Safety training, Mandated Reporter training and any additional trainings as directed by OCFS and BGCA.

Work environment: Various school and club settings

Travel required: No

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Other Youth Development Professionals, Site Supervisors, Youth Specialists

External: Club members, parents/guardians, school personnel

Compensation details: 15.5-17 Hourly Wage

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