Student Employment: Boys and Girls Club Youth Development Professional Wallingford - AY 26/27

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Supervision: Take a proactive approach in overseeing your group, anticipating and addressing potential concerns to ensure a safe, positive,

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Experience working with youth in an afterschool program, summer camp or similar environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills,

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Job Title:	Boys and Girls Club Youth Development Professional Wallingford
Department:	Office of Community Engagement
Student Employment Type:	Federal Work-Study
Responsibilities:	Supervision: Take a proactive approach in overseeing your group, anticipating and addressing potential concerns to ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment that fosters personal growth and development. Academic Support: Assist students with homework, projects, and academic challenges, offering guidance and encouragement to support educational success including implementing a reward system to recognize and celebrate academic achievements, promoting a positive and motivating environment. Enrichment Programs: Work collaboratively with the team to develop, coordinate and deliver a diverse range of youth development programs and special events, utilizing Boys & Girls Clubs of America resources to enrich programming, active participation and reinforce the Club’s dedication to empowering youth through social/emotional learning, fine and performing arts and physical recreation and fitness. Integration of video games is encouraged to enhance problem-solving, teamwork and overall digital literacy and safety. Mentorship and Guidance: Build meaningful connections with youth members, serving as a positive role model and providing emotional support and mentorship. Behavior Management: Apply effective strategies to maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive environment. Use strategic approaches to de-escalate situations through positive reinforcement, active listening, and conflict resolution techniques. Address behavioral concerns with care and understanding, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth and accountability. Communication: Maintain regular communication with Club staff to provide updates on students' progress and address any concerns or questions. Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all participants. Maintain accurate attendance records and follow proper check-in/check-out procedures and be well versed in safety protocols and emergency response procedures. Equipping youth with the knowledge and skills to navigate technology safely and responsibly and evaluate on-line information critically. Training: Participate in all required training and certifications to ensure adherence to Boys & Girls Clubs standards and state regulations.
Qualifications:	Experience working with youth in an afterschool program, summer camp or similar environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with youth from diverse backgrounds and foster positive relationships. A genuine passion for youth development and a commitment to making a positive impact on young lives. Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and neatness in assigned tasks. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-orientated environment. First Aid and CPR Certification is preferred with a willingness to obtain if necessary.
Hours of Position:	Boys and Girls Clubs hours of operation are M-F between 3:00-6:20pm for afterschool programs. Applicants must have time available within these hours to be able to work at this location.
Required Documents for Application:	Application, Resume and Class Schedule.
Instructions to Applicants:	Click Apply at the top of the page. Complete the required application.

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only: If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate’s current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact:

Advertised: July 20, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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