Youth Development Professional - Camden Wyoming, United States - Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware

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Youth Development Professional I
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About Us
For 86 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware.

We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go.


Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups.

Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.


Job Summary


Under the supervision of the Childcare or Program Director, the youth worker is responsible for assisting with the development and effective operation of a quality school-age childcare.

program that complies with current Delacare rules for school-age centers.


This position is on-site at Nellie Stokes Elementary School, 3874 Upper King Rd, Dover, DE 19904

Essential Functions

  • Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for
- school age childcare centers: address non-compliance issues as needed or directed.

  • Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for
- school age childcare centers: address non-compliance issues as needed or directed.

  • Assist Childcare or Program Director in effectively delivering a variety of ageappropriate programs and activities, which reflect Boys & Girls Club's five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children ages
  • Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities. This involves but is not limited to condition of equipment and facilities, ageappropriateness, ability levels, weather, appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
  • Assist Childcare or Program Director in supervising children within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing regulations.
  • Assist Childcare or Program Director in maintaining productive relationships with parents, school faculty and administrators and staff, and other visitors to the Club.
  • Present yourself as a positive role model for children at all times.
  • Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE OCCL and Delaware STARS.
  • Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls
  • Club in the community.
  • Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Level I

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Must have School Age Site Assistant Certificate

Level II

  • 20 years of age or older and ability to drive 8 passenger van (must have valid driver's license with less than 5 points)
  • First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of date of hire.
  • Must possess a School Age Site Coordinator Certificate from the Department of Education

Level III

  • Must possess a School Age Site Coordinator Administrator certificate from the Department of Education
  • 20 years of age or older and ability to drive 8 passenger van (must have valid driver's license with less than 5 points)
  • First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of date of hire.

All Levels must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per DelaCare regulations.

Environmental and Working Conditions:


Physical and Mental Requirements:


  • Maintain a high energy level.
  • Be comfortable working with children ages 612 in varying levels of physical activity.
  • Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
  • Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
  • Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Work hours:
Monday

  • Friday,Split shift between the hours of 6:30am 8:30 AM & 3:00pm 6:00pm

PT Employee Benefits Incentives:


Medical Benefits:


  • Parttime employees who meet the following criteria are eligible for benefits per Affordable Care Act (ACA) Guidelines:1 (one) year of service averaging 30 hours per week.

Vision & Dental
1 (one) year of service averaging 25 hours per week.

  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee

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