Youth Activity Worker - Wilmington, DE,
3 minutes ago
Job description
About Us
For over 90 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
The Youth Activity Worker position is a full time nonexempt (hourly) position at least 30 scheduled hours a week/with benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and additional time off. YDP 30 positions will be assigned to a club and expected to float to other sites within their region (on an as needed basis) to ensure the organization as adequate coverage.
Youth Activity Worker can expect to play a critical role in leadership club operations. These could include, but are not limited to, member recruitment, program development and evaluation, community outreach, and professional development. During Summer Fun Club work hours may fluctuate above 30 hours per week.
Essential Functions:
- Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for school age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed.
- Within guidelines established by the Childcare/Program Director, effectively deliver a variety of age-appropriate programs and activities, which reflect Boys & Girls Club's five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children ages 6 – 12.
- Consistently incorporate "high yield learning activities" in all childcare programs.
- Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities. This involves but is not limited to: condition of equipment and facilities; age-appropriateness; ability levels; weather; appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
- Directly supervise children and youth within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing regulations.
- Meet Office of Child Care Licensing annual training requirements (18 hours).
- Help develop and maintain productive relationships with parents, school faculty and administrators, Unit Board members, BGCDE administrators and Club professionals, community leaders and supporters, etc.
- Present yourself as a positive role model for youth at all times.
- Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE.
- Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the community.
- Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.
Level Two
- 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 Assistant Certificate from the Department of Education
- 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Environmental and working conditions vary from indoors to outdoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; occasional statewide travel (e.g., training). Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintain a high energy level.
- Be comfortable working with children ages 6-12 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 6:30AM - 8AM, 2PM - 6PM
FT Employee Benefits Incentives
All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability.
- Life Insurance Coverage
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Note: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It 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.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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