Job description

Do you want to create a positive change in your community? Do you enjoy working with elementary-age kids and middle school-age teens? Are you creative, energetic, and fun? Do you enjoy a challenge? If so, the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Elgin want you!

You will gain valuable hands-on experience in the fields of Workforce Readiness, Career Exploration, Financial Literacy, Entrepreneurship, and Education by working alongside experienced staff to support our growing national movement. Make a difference in the lives of youth and your community. Just think: You get paid to have fun at work every day!

Responsibilities:

• Engage with groups of youth (elementary through middle school) members on a weekly basis.
• Initiate, plan, implement, and oversee programs related to career exploration, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.
• Program plans should incorporate the 5 Key Elements (fun, safety, expectations & opportunities, recognition, and supportive relationships), follow the program schedule, and meet the overall goals of the organization.
• Utilize techniques to gain control of the program group and ensure members are fully engaged.
• Communicate clear and simple instructions to members before each program and activity to ensure that members understand the rules, expectations, and directions.
• Provide positive feedback, encouragement, and recognition for members.
• Incorporate Trauma-Informed practices into all interactions.
• Remain flexible with room transitions, utilization, and program schedules.
• Support with the cleaning & organization of program spaces.
• Track and report program attendance.
• Track additional Workforce Development-related data.
• Complete Workforce Development training as needed.
• Review needs of members with Operations staff and refer families to services as needed.
• Meet regularly with supervisor: Director of Workforce Development.
• Assist with special projects and assignments directed by the Director of Workforce Development.
• Operate under the standards and supervision of the South Elgin Operations Manager.
• Work closely with Youth Development Assistants and volunteers during site hours to ensure optimal support, engagement, and safety of members.
• Support regular on-site staff as needed.
• Maintain positive and professional communication & relationships with members, staff, parents, and any other community partners.
• If eligible, become 12-passenger van certified to provide member transportation for career & college trips when needed.

Job Type: Part-time

• Pay: From $15 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday from 1:45-7:00pm

Experience:

· At least 1 year of youth development or youth mentoring experience

· At least 1 year of experience leading or working with WFD programs

Education:

• High school diploma required
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Work Location:

• South Elgin Clubhouse

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work from 1:45 pm-7:00 pm?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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