Boys and Girls Club of Benton County, AR · 19 hours ago
Youth Development Coordinator - Pea Ridge
Pea Ridge Unit - Pea Ridge, AR 72751
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelBoys and Girls Club of Benton County, AR is dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and emotionally supportive environment for youth. The Youth Development Coordinator will engage with young people to empower them and ensure they feel valued, while also collaborating with team members to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Participate in Pre-Employment and Trauma-Informed Training, including practices that promote emotional safety and relationship-building
Collaborate with other team members to ensure all youth are cared for, supervised, and supported in a way that promotes dignity and belonging
Encourage youth participation through respectful engagement, voice, and choice in programming activities
Build trust with families by warmly greeting caregivers at drop-off and pick-up, answering questions, and referring to a supervisor as needed
Assist in planning and implementing daily programming—including grant-funded activities—that are developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and responsive to the needs of all participants
Maintain a physically and emotionally safe space that promotes consistency, predictability, and positive interactions
Support and engage during off-site activities and field trips, ensuring youth safety and meaningful participation
Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and ongoing professional development trainings focused on trauma-informed practices, youth development, and inclusion
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Candidates must have reliable transportation
Demonstrate dependability and integrity
Be passionate about working with youth in a supportive and inclusive setting
Understanding of child and adolescent development, including trauma and its impact
Ability to plan and lead group activities in ways that foster a sense of safety, predictability, and empowerment
Strong communication skills with a commitment to active listening and cultural humility
Ability to remain calm and grounded in high-energy or stressful situations
High energy level with the ability to work with diverse populations in a flexible and empathetic manner
Demonstrate sound judgment, self-awareness, and emotional regulation, especially when supporting youth with challenging behaviors
Clear and respectful verbal and written communication is essential
Preferred
Previous experience working with youth preferred
Company
Boys and Girls Club of Benton County, AR
In partnership with family and community we commit to provide programs, services, and facilities to enable and inspire our youth to realize their full potential.
Founded in 1991
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matt Taliaferro (he/him/his)
CEO of Boys and Girls Club of Benton County
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