Teen Development Specialist

Description

 The Youth Development Specialist (Teen Program) is a part-time position in Sioux Falls, SD, working with middle school youth at Patrick Henry, Ben Reifel and/ or George McGovern middle schools. This role supports educational, recreational, and STEAM activities, promotes a safe and inclusive environment, and provides youth supervision and mentorship while ensuring compliance with state and organizational safety standards. This is a part-time position with hours scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM during the school year. 

Why Join Us? 

• Starting at $17/hour, with annual merit-based & cost of living raises to reward performance and growth. 
• Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
• Gain hands-on experience in youth development, with access to training and professional development opportunities.  

Essential Job Functions: 

• Welcome new members, explain rules, and encourage participation. 
• Assist with student check in, welcoming visitors, answering phones and other communications. 
• Support educational, recreational, and STEAM based activities that engage and interact with youth. 
• Provide guidance and supervision for youth while maintaining a staff to youth ratio of 1:20.   
• Maintain a clean and organized environment. 
• Promote a fun, engaging, and safe atmosphere, including assisting with age-appropriate themes, activities, and field trips. 
• Ensure that each teen program is operating in compliance with organizational, partnering agency, state and federal regulations and requirements and internal policies. 
• Report and help resolve complaints or concerns per established procedures. 
• Submit accurate daily attendance records and maintain data tracking for programming. 
• Submit accurate daily attendance records. 
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to youth. 
• Oversee the care and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities. 
• Attend staff meetings and required training sessions. 
• Support special activities and events. 
• Drive vehicles in accordance with transportation schedules. 
• Assist in preparing and serving meals and snacks, including reporting requirements.  
• Perform additional tasks assigned by supervisor/leadership. 

Requirements

 Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Previous experience, education, or training in adolescent development, secondary education, or youth behavior management is preferred. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and a minimum of four years of driving experience. 
• A valid CPR Certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of employment is required. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire does provide training for those not certified. 

Skills and Knowledge Requirements: 

• Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills. 
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.  

Work Environment and Physical Requirements: 

• Constant hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination. 
• Intermittent speaking, standing, walking, kneeling, lifting, reaching, low-level activity, and squatting. 
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases. 
• Frequent lifting of objects under 20 pounds, and occasional lifting of items up to 75 pounds. 
• Indoor with minimal outdoor work. Extreme temperatures in the summer and winter to be expected.

Pre-Employment Screenings: 

• Pre-employment screenings may include, but not limited to, the following: drug screen, criminal background check(s), child abuse/neglect screening(s), driving history screening(s), and reference checks.