Summer Youth Development Professional - Program Support Intern *VPS STUDENTS ONLY*

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Must pass a national criminal background check,  a social security verification,  a local criminal background check,  and a national sex offender registry check.
• This role requires physical activity,  including standing,  moving,  and bending.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Training Week:  June 15 through June 18
• Approximately 15 hours of professional development during Training Week.
• Internship Schedule:  June 25 through August 7
• 6 weeks at 10 hours per week,  for a total of 60 internship hours working directly with youth.

Work hours will be mutually determined by the Club Director and student and scheduled during summer Club operating hours,  Monday through Friday,  between 9:00 a.m.  and 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION

• O.K.  Clubhouse –  4040 Plomondon St,  Vancouver,  WA 98661
• Clinton &  Gloria John Clubhouse –  409 NE Anderson St,  Vancouver,  WA 98665
• Burton Elementary Club –  13501 NE 28th St,  Vancouver,  WA 98682
• Heights O.K.  2 Clubhouse –  500 Council Bluffs Way,  Vancouver,  WA 98661

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Boys &  Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington (BGCSW)  is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race,  color,  religion,  sex (including pregnancy,  childbirth,  or related medical conditions),  sexual orientation,  gender identity or expression,  national origin,  ancestry,  age,  marital status,  physical or mental disability,  genetic information,  military or veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,  state,  or local law.

DISCLAIMER

This information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification.  It is not intended to be,  nor should it be interpreted as,  a comprehensive inventory of all duties,  responsibilities,  qualifications,  or objectives required of employees assigned to this position.

CLUB CODE &  CORE VALUES

PUT YOUTH FIRST.

We are at our best and most impactful when we do right by the youth we serve. 

We make decisions with youth’s well-being at the center.  We walk alongside youth and empower them to be the stewards of their path in life.  We elevate the voices of kids,  youth,  families,  and the communities who need us most.  We examine our own biases and question our own assumptions to best serve youth.  We check our ego at the door and think we (the collective effort)  before me. 

CARE DEEPLY &  ENGAGE FULLY.

We create impactful change by being fully present,  engaged,  and invested in contributing to strategy,  perspective,  and creativity. 

We approach interactions with kindness,  compassion,  and respect –  we genuinely care about people and show it.  We are brave and vulnerable and build safe and welcoming communities.  We do not gossip.  We talk to each other,  not about each other.  We care about ourselves so that we can be there for others.  We strive to do the right thing every day,  every time and treat each day as a new day with new opportunities. 

FOLLOW THROUGH ON COMMITMENTS.

Strong relationships built on trust drive change.  We build trust with youth and families,  each other,  and the community by delivering on our promises. 

We do what we say we are going to do and are held accountable to established expectations.  We take responsibility for knowing the expectations and goals of our role.  We don’t over promise to ensure that we are able to deliver on commitments while balancing competing priorities.  We take responsibility when we can’t follow through on a commitment.  We own our mistakes,  act to repair harm,  and make amends to strengthen our community. 

COMMUNICATE,  COLLABORATE,  &  CLARIFY.

Clear and consistent communication builds shared understanding,  helps us align in our efforts,  and sets ourselves and others up for success in support of youth.  We deliver better services and solutions when people’s ideas are valued and heard.  

We set expectations that align with our vision,  values,  and core focus.  We effectively express thoughts,  feelings,  and ideas in individual and group situations.  We listen to understand and value different perspectives.  We approach situations with an open mindset,  not seeking to be right and go our own path but rather to collaborate and get to the right answer together.  We are curious.  We seek to understand and communicate the context of situations and information.  We ask questions when we need clarity and provide clarity when it is needed from us. 

EMPOWER &  BE EMPOWERED.

Our greatest assets are the unique abilities and perspectives of our people.  We represent our interests in a responsible,  self-determined way,  and push ourselves to make positive change. 

We are resourceful and respond with flexibility to make things work when necessary.  We value and seek feedback and see it as an opportunity for growth.  We give each other permission to fail and reflect in order to learn from our experiences.  We choose courage over comfort by facing difficult tasks and conversations rather than avoiding them.  We resolve conflicts as quickly as they arise.  We encourage each other and show appreciation for those who go above and beyond.