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Job Description
Now Hiring: After-School Enrichment Youth Development Professionals!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs
Site Placement: Varies
Part-Time | Monday–Friday | 1:30 PM–6:30 PM (School Year) Summer TBD
Make an Impact. Inspire Growth. Lead With Purpose.
Do you enjoy working with kids, being creative, and making a real impact every day? As a Youth Development Professional, you’ll help create fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences for school-age youth in a safe and supportive after-school environment.
If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fun, mission-driven environment, this is the role for YOU!
As our Youth Development Professional, you won’t just run a program…
You’ll help create unforgettable experiences.
You’ll lead hands-on activities in areas like:
Sports & Athletics
Creative Arts
Technology & STEM
Academic Enrichment
Character & Leadership Development
Programs are designed around the members interests, developing new skills, and utilizing your strengths, so you can bring your personality and creativity to work every day.
What You’ll Do
Lead & Inspire
Create a welcoming, inclusive Club environment that encourages participation and confidence
Supervise youth during activities, offering guidance, instruction, and positive feedback
Support youth in making healthy choices socially, emotionally, academically, and personally
Build Amazing Experiences
Plan and facilitate engaging programs and activities that help youth grow, learn, and succeed
Ensure high-quality, exciting programs that keep kids wanting to come back
Keep our Club safe, clean, and buzzing with positive energy
Help Our Youth Thrive
Promote participation and engagement
Provide guidance, support, and consistent expectations
Foster a fun, structured environment where all members can grow and succeed
Keep Things Running Smoothly
Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized program spaces
Track daily attendance, participation, and complete required documentation (incident or behavior reports)
Ensure facilities, equipment, and supplies are safe and well-maintained
Why You’ll Love This Role
You get to create, lead, coach, and inspire
Every day is different (and never boring!)
You’ll join a passionate, supportive, mission-driven team
You’ll make a real impact on kids, families, and your community
You’ll be exposed to opportunities for growth

