Youth Development Staff at Wakeman Boys & Girls Club in Bridgeport, CT

Summary: Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is seeking part-time Youth Development Staff to assist in organizing, supervising, and implementing After School and Out of School Programs for youth. The role involves promoting safety and positive experiences for elementary and middle school-aged youth while engaging them in various activities.

Responsibilities:
- Supervise assigned spaces in accordance with Wakeman Boys & Girls Club's safety protocols
- Participate in the selection of age-appropriate games
- Conduct low and high energy games for youth
- Referee/score keep games and/or friendly competitions
- Promote positive friendships, learning, fun and exploration of STEM, arts, and physical activities
- Implement Wakeman Boys & Girls Club's Safety Guidelines and best practice protocols
- Manage group of 10-20 youth focused on various remote learning assignments
- Ensure a clean, healthy, safe, positive environment is created and maintained. producing a sense of physical and emotional safety
- Assume other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 18 years old (Adult Staff)
- Minimum 16 years old (Minor Staff)
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
- Proficient understanding of Microsoft and Google programs, including Google Classroom
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure while maintaining a positive demeanor with youth
- Ability to pass a background check
- Organized, reliable, hard-working, strong moral values
- Ability to work in an environment with youth

Required Skills: Microsoft programs, Google programs, Google Classroom, Group leadership