Afterschool Youth Development Professional (Duplin County)-

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Youth Development Professional (YDP)
Reports to: Unit Director
Status: Part Time/ Non-Exempt
Hours/Pay: 20-25 hrs. per week
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Unit Director, the Youth Development Professional (YDP) will plan,
implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and events in a specific program area.
Research, test and model a variety of innovative, exciting new programs in specific core
areas that meet the diverse interests and needs of members, their parents and the
community. Interface with volunteers assigned to specific programs to ensure proper
application. Promote safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at
all times.
FUNCTIONS WITH CORRESPONDING TASKS
Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes;
Promote and stimulate program participation; provide guidance and role modeling to
members.
Coordinates assigned program services and cooperative learning activities for youth that
are both fun and instructional.
Effectively plan, lead, monitor and evaluate a variety of programs, services and activities
to ensure safety of members, quality of programs, gender and cultural diversity.
Responsible for daily set-up and clean-up of all materials used during the program.
Supervise members in the program area. Position yourself in the program area to continually
monitor and supervise the safety and behavior of members. Focus on maintaining a safe,
positive atmosphere for all youth.
Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional,
and physical needs of all members. Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Maintains accurate program attendance records, progress in curriculum, and any member
conduct or other issues and submits them in a timely manner. Prepares periodic activity
reports and/or grant reports.
Cultivates positive relationships with members, their parents and/or guardians, supervisor,
staff, and volunteers by communicating effectively.
Ensures equipment is in good condition, with safety precautions posted (where needed)
and members are instructed in proper and safe use of equipment.
Perform daily duties that ensure the Club space is properly maintained, organized, clean
and safe.
Assess facility needs and perform janitorial/maintenance duties, i.e., mopping, cleaning
tables, trash removal,
etc.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES IMPORTANCE LEVEL

Employment type
Part-Time

Work arrangement
No