Youth Development Specialist (YDS) - Shopneck Boys & Girls Club - Cultural Arts

Program Implementation & Youth Engagement 

• Implement engaging, high-quality program offerings that align with positive youth development and trauma-informed practices.
• Utilize the Impact Resource Library to identify lessons plans that can be developed into engaging programming. 
• Submit programming supply needs to the Program Manager in a timely manner to ensure that all necessary supplies are obtained prior to programming taking place. 

Youth Development & Member Engagement

• Support the Club Director’s vision of establishing a youth-centered, safe, inclusive and engaging Club Culture   that promotes positive Club member behaviors while also supporting a Club Culture that is welcoming of Club families and other external BGCMD stakeholders.  
• Implement constructive youth development and trauma-informed practices throughout the Club to foster positive emotional, social, and enrichment experience for Club members. 
• Build strong relationships with Club members, providing mentorship and guidance.

Team Leadership & Professional Development

• Attend regular staff meetings and collaborate with teammates to support Club culture and member engagement initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility by substituting at other Clubs or participating in organization-wide events across the Denver Metro area.
• Participate in BGCMD January, May, and August training weeks and engage in any district/school-led professional development opportunities if applicable.

Community & Family Engagement

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment by setting up and cleaning programming spaces and BGCMD vehicles.
• Support and enforce behavior expectations for members to ensure a respectful and structured setting.
• Assist with Club member recruitment and outreach efforts to engage youth and families.

Club Safety 

• Uphold and enforce Club policies and procedures related to member safety and visitor access.
• Support Club events by preparing materials and coordinating logistics.
• Assist with light cleaning and organizing of front desk and shared spaces.
• Notify Club Leadership of any safety or security concerns.
• Collaborate with Club staff to implement BGCMD’s Standard Response Protocols when necessary. 

Secondary Responsibilities 

• Transport Club members to field trips, athletics activities and other special events in accordance with BGCMD safety standards.
• Serve as a Club Substitute at a different Club location if that Club’s engagement necessitates additional staff. 
• Youth Enrichment Specialist may be tasked with supporting school-day responsibilities such as recess duty or lunch duty depending on Club location. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age required by BGCMD policy and applicable youth-supervision requirements. 
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Experience working with children or teens. 
• Ability to supervise groups of youth and maintain active supervision. 
• Ability to work effectively with different age groups, teams, Club environments, and program areas. 
• Ability to independently follow written schedules, lesson plans, safety procedures, and onsite direction. 
• CPR, First Aid, medication administration, or other certifications required within BGCMD’s established timeframe.

Preferred Qualifications

• You are a Spanish speaker. 
• You have previous experience working with youth. 
• Valid driver’s license and qualification to be insured under the company’s policy (at least 21 years of age and valid driver’s license for at least three years with no major violations)

Conditions of Employment 

• The position requires passing criminal and driving records investigations, and reference checks. 
• The position must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to be insured under the company's insurance policy. 
• The position will primarily work indoors. Accordingly, the ability to use a variety of equipment including janitorial and office equipment is required. 
• Some job duties require the ability to stand for extended periods, kneel, reach, bend, and lift objects weighing in excess of 25 lbs. Outdoor work and moderate physically demanding activities may be required on occasion. 
• Strong English proficiency is required for this position to ensure effective communication with staff, club members, and families, as well as to follow safety and procedural guidelines accurately.

In-Office and Remote Work

This position works primarily at an assigned club location but may occasionally work from other BGCMD facilities as necessary.  All remote work and other flexible work arrangements must be approved prior to implementation.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives of employees assigned to this job.