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Boys & Girls Clubs of Fresno County · 3 months ago

Counselor- Teen Programs (Youth Development Professional)

Pawtucket, RI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$13/hr - $14/hr

1+ years exp

Boys & Girls Clubs of Fresno County is seeking a Counselor for their Teen Programs to oversee the implementation of activities that promote youth development. The role involves creating a positive environment for members, encouraging participation, and ensuring safety and security during programs.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Assist in implementation of activities that support our primary Outcomes as determined by the Formula for Impact: Academic Success, Good Character and Leadership and Healthy Lifestyles

Use the Formula for Impact as a guide to create activities and programs that appeal to youth, engage them in planning and gear them towards future success

Encourage Members to participate in programs/ activities in all outcome areas

Create an environment that highlights the achievement of youth by recognizing good behavior and accomplishments (ex: public recognition, parent contact, certificates, incentives etc…)

Demonstrate leadership and reinforce programmatic goals through daily interactions with Members

Work with Members to develop positive attitudes towards school, positive relationships with others and a healthy lifestyle

Provide guidance and act as a role model to members

Get to know their individual circumstances and provide a positive influence

Be actively involved in youth success and proactive! Discuss barriers to success with your Supervisor immediately

Ensure all programs begin and end on time

Ensure members are supervised at all times during the program

Work with Program Coordinators and staff to implement programs

Follow the Program Quality Standards (PQA) when implementing programs to ensure consistency of implementation

Ensure members receive instructions and constructive feedback/ reflect to develop and reinforce skills in program area(s)

When possible, run activities/ programs that expose large groups of youth to programs

Participate in all part time staff meetings

Participate in professional information and development sessions

Assist in the coordination of outcome efforts with program staff by attending all planning meetings and following Club planning protocol

Ensure program areas are safe that the Club equipment is maintained in good working condition

Report issues or concerns to your Supervisor

Ensure all Violence Prevention policies are enforced at all times

Ensure Emergency Procedures are followed and report any concerns to Staff

Assist in the supervision of members in the Club and on the bus as needed

Maintain daily contact with program staff

Maintain contact with members as needed to advise and/or discipline

Qualification

Youth Development KnowledgeCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationGroup Leadership SkillsPlanning SkillsCommunication SkillsDecision Making SkillsLeading by ExampleSafetyHealthEnvironmentValid RI Chauffeur’s LicensePersonal Initiative Skills