The Boys & Girls Club of the Coastside (BGCC) is a nonprofit organization serving Half Moon Bay and the surrounding communities. Its mission is to enable all Coastside youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. BGCC provides a safe, supportive environment where youth can grow, learn, and thrive. The Club offers a variety of programs and services that promote academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character development for youth aged 6 to 18. Key Boys and Girls Club program areas include Academic Support, Skills Development and Community Engagement, Sports and Fitness, Safety and Emotional Wellness, and Sports and Community Facilities.
Youth Development Professional
The Youth Development Professional a team member committed to safety and student success helping elementary, middle and high school students succeed academically and emotionally, and capable of problem-solving and troubleshooting on a day-to-day basis. This is a part-time position.
Key Roles:
- Maintain a positive Boys & Girls Club culture, with high energy, strong teamwork, and effective collaboration with other staff.
- Oversee safety of Club members, including supervision during inside learning, outside activities, and entry/exit.
- Assist with all aspects of homework — accessing assignments, completing homework, checking grades and accessing Power School when needed.
- Organize and lead a range of activities for members that are fun, engaging, instructional and that develop team building skills.
- Ensure inclusion of all members and encourage their participation in a variety of program areas/activities.
- Respect and recognize members for their efforts.
- Provide guidance to members; act as role model to Members.
- Maintain a healthy and safe environment, including daily cleaning and sanitizing responsibilities.
- Build positive relationships with parents, school personnel, volunteers, and fellow colleagues.
- Exercise sound decision making, problem-solving skills, and restorative justice practices in resolving club members’ needs or issues.
- As part of our staff team, identify day-to-day needs and areas of improvement for the Club.
- Follow protocol with incidents by notifying the Site Manager immediately and writing an incident report.
- Participate and demonstrate leadership in Special Events, Staff Huddles and team training.
- Attend all required trainings.
- Assume other duties as assigned
- Initiate new programs with the approval of the Site Manager.
Experience and Skills
- Experience working with young people.
- Knowledge of the Coastside community and especially the Cabrillo Unified school system helpful.
- High school degree (or equivalent) and commitment to helping students access K-12 and higher education.
- Understanding of the developmental needs of young people.
- Strong oral communication skills.
- Ability to problem-solve during day-to-day Club activities.
- Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
- Ability to engage respectfully with various groups including youth, public, parents, co-workers.
- Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline issues.
- Ability to pass required background checks.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is very helpful, but not required.
Timing
Our After School program is open every day after school. Shift times are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:45 to 6:15 and Thursdays from 1:45 to 6:15. Preference will be given to candidates who can work 4 or 5 days a week.
We are hiring for positions that begin in August 18, 2025.
Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received the positions will remain open until filled.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range is $17-20/per hour and dependent upon skill and experience.
How to Apply
Click here to complete the initial application.
Questions? Email Sandra Sarabia at sandra@bgccoastside.org or call 650-712-9710.
BGCC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of this employee. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
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