Youth Development Specialist: Estes Park

Description

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County (BGCLC) is a place for kids to laugh, learn, grow and belong. For more than 30 years, BGCLC has served the youth in Larimer County. Through amazing programs, caring staff, and a safe atmosphere, we give youth a place to go when they need support, care and most importantly, fun. We give youth a place to call home. From building bonds, helping with homework, or even offering career advice, there are so many ways you can make a difference in a child's life by working at Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County! Become a part of our team and help in providing a safe and fun space for the youth in Larimer County.

 As a Childcare Group Leader, you will: 

• Always ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of Club members. 
• Assist with the implementation of programs and activities.  
• Foster and cultivate a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for youth and  staff always. 
• Provide guidance and act as a role model/mentor to assure the conduct, safety,  and development of all youth. 
• Responsible for upholding behavior standards and consequences for  youth throughout Club. 
• Promote and stimulate program participation; while ensuring the five key  elements for positive youth development occur daily: fun, supportive  relationships, safe and positive environment, opportunities and expectations, and  recognition.
• Help maintain facilities and equipment to ensure a productive and clean work  environment, reporting significant issues to the supervisor. 
• Maintain close professional contact with all staff members, supervisors, and  volunteers. 
• Create and maintain positive relationships with the school personnel. 
• Adhere to all Boys & Girls Club’s standard safety policies and procedures. 
• Assist with daily transportation routes (if necessary)

Assist with other duties as assigned.  

You are someone who:

• Enjoys having fun, laughing, and being silly!
• Has a passion for working with school-aged youth.
• Can be flexible & adaptable in an ever changing environment. 

The pay range for this variable hour, part time, non-exempt position is $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

 Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• 460 hours of childcare experience working with groups of four or more youth ages 5 - 12. 
• Experience hours may be substituted with a completed 4 year degree in a relevant course of study such as recreation, outdoor education, elementary education or a subject in the human services field.

Other Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is highly preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Candidates must be able to pass background check, and reference checks. 

What we offer:

• An opportunity to help positively shape the next generation of leaders.
• A supportive team.
• Personal and professional growth opportunities.
• An engaging and fun work environment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)