Youth Development Specialist (Open & Continuous)

This posting is used to create an eligibility list for future vacancies with expectation of hire date to be determined no later than August 2025.

Company Description 

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, our Club staff members wear many hats – they're teachers, coaches, mentors, community superheroes, and all-around awesome ambassadors of fun and learning! They're not just responsible for unlocking the doors to our Clubs; they're unlocking doors to new worlds and incredible possibilities for kids and communities all over Metro Denver. 

Imagine joining a team that's all about inspiring and empowering every child to reach for the stars. We're a group of passionate, diverse, and dedicated individuals who believe in the potential of every young mind. We're curious explorers, compassionate leaders, and enthusiastic champions of the Club experience. And guess what? We absolutely love what we do! 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

We develop and nurture a community where everyone can reach their full potential. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we continuously focus our efforts to ensure that our team members, Club members, and communities come together to cultivate a diverse landscape where everyone has equitable access to opportunities and resources. 

At BGCMD, we value diversity and believe that unique perspectives contribute to the success of our team. While we have outlined certain requirements for this role, we encourage all candidates to apply, even if you do not meet all of the criteria. We are committed to considering all applications and finding the right individual who brings a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives to our organization. 

Job Description 

Our Club staff members are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors.  They don’t just open the doors of our Clubs – they open the door to new worlds and possibilities for kids and communities across Metro Denver. 

When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, you are part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational. And we love what we do. 

The Club is seeking a creative and highly motivated candidate passionate about creating positive and supportive relationships with youth to serve in the role of Youth Development Specialist. The Youth Development Specialist plans, supervises, and implements a variety of high-yield activities and targeted programs revolving around these core areas: athletics, cultural arts, STEM, and education. 

Minimum Qualifications 

•   High school diploma, GED or equivalent
•   One year experience directly serving youth 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Basic classroom management and the ability to direct youth and provide them with clear steps and tools that support goals achievement. 
• Experience with lesson plan creation and implementation
• Bilingual- Spanish preferred
• Possession of a teaching certification or background in education
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple changing priorities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to complete reports, properly document programs, and utilize organizational data
• Experience with Microsoft Office software
• Excellent customer service skills

What we offer you:  

• Targeted youth professional onboarding in your first 90 days. This includes programming from our partnership with the Denver Afterschool Alliance and the SEAL Initiative.  
• A five-day, new hire orientation that breaks down the organization and your important, fun, connected place within it. You get to understand how your work drives our mission and makes an impact in kids’ lives.  
• An employer who invests in its team! Investing in our team is one of four strategic pillars at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Our internal promotion rate for 2021 was 61%. We focus on staff appreciation, professional development, trainings, and – of course – fun! Investing in YOU is a top priority.
• Commitment to DEI in the workplace, which means ensuring access, opportunity, and advancement for our diverse team of 200+.  ! 

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to pass criminal and driving records investigations, and reference checks.
• A valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the company's insurance policy.
• The successful candidate will primarily work indoors. Accordingly, the ability to use a variety of equipment including janitorial and office equipment is required. 
• The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods, kneel, reach, bend, and lift objects weighing in excess of 25 lbs. 
• Outdoor work and moderate physically demanding activities may be required on occasion.