Youth Development Coordinator- On Call

Edit this arSince 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character, community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a school-based team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Club Services Administrator, the Youth Development Coordinator supports our Clubhouse by providing program and departmental support to Club Staff.

This person will be running or supporting programs that engage youth ages 6-18 years of age and shall assume accountability for the results in achieving the outlined goals and objectives of those programs. This person may also support the Clubhouse Director and Assistant Director in various administrative duties including data entry reporting.

This is an on-call position offering anywhere from 0-25 hours weekly supporting our San Francisco Clubhouses and/or School Based Sites. You may provide your own ideal working schedule and we can work around your availability.

• Plan and conduct educational and recreational programs in a Clubhouse or School Based Club.
• Help youth with homework and tutor, run games and drop in activities.
• Develop educational programs that are stimulating and age-appropriate for all members.
• Provide an environment that promotes creativity and exploration through learning.
• Safeguard the confidentiality and safety of all members.
• Promote and stimulate membership in the department ensuring that every Club member participates in some Learning Center activities.
• Understand and communicate to youth the importance of doing well in school and having a plan for going to college, vocational school or entering the workforce at age 18.
• Support clubhouse in taking program attendance daily for programs.
• Work with volunteer tutors and students to participate in an ongoing education improvement program.

• Experience working with youth ages 6-18 years old in a youth development setting.
• The ability to create strong relationships with youth in a short period of time.
• Ability to manage youth behaviors and maintain high expectations.
• An interest in a variety of youth programs including technology, art, sports, and recreation.
• Strong positive disciplinary skills with youth.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated research and organization skills.
• Ability to use PC computer software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment with continual distractions.
• Self-Starter.
• Flexibility.
• Strong ability to create and follow systems and procedures.
• Current Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or within 90 days of employment).

• BA/BS from an accredited college or university or equivalent youth development experience.
• Language Skills: Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic.

• Covid-19 vaccination required upon employment.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time. 

• 401K + 7% Employer Contribution After One Year of Service
• Employee Assistance Program: In-Person Counseling + 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Mandatory summer + winter Weeklong Organization-wide Closures
• Professional Development Opportunities