Elkhart Youth Program Junior Games Room Assistant at Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County – Elkhart, Indiana

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Job Summary:
This position supports the implementation of programs and activities for youth ages 5-12. Programs will foster positive identity; education, employment, social, emotional and cultural competencies; community and civic involvement; health and life skills and a moral compass.

• Part-time, 27 hours per week
• Mondays and Tuesdays 12:00pm-6:00pm and Wednesdays through Fridays 1:00pm-6:00pm

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing fun, beneficial, and imaginative programs.
• Maintain the health and safety of all children in assigned area by assuring that members understand and follow the behavioral expectations and that the room is clean and free from hazards.
• Utilizing Youth Development Strategies ensure members’ self-esteem is maintained and enhanced through their Club experience.
• Support a culture of respect and trust with members.
• Continually model and teach character, morals and ethics.
• Build positive relationships with member families and the community.
• Act as an advocate for members and the Club.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.
• Other duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Bilingual Preferred
• Demonstrated competence working with youth ages 5-12.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with high energy and strong interpersonal skills.
• Position may require standing/sitting for extended periods of time, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist, and ability to lift, carry, pull or otherwise move objects up to 20lbs.
• Pre-employment drug screening, background, reference and driver’s record checks are required.