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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.