Our Youth Development Specialist job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Youth Development Specialist role
Youth Development Specialists are responsible for supporting and guiding children and young adults in their personal and professional development. They provide mentorship, educational support, career advice, and other resources to help young people reach their goals. They also work to promote healthy lifestyles and positive behaviors, as well as foster a supportive environment for youth to thrive.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Youth Development Specialist is to promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of young people by providing guidance and support. This includes helping young people to identify and achieve their goals, providing assistance during difficult times, and building relationships with them to foster positive development. The Youth Development Specialist also works to create and implement programs that focus on healthy lifestyle choices, physical activity, and academic success. They also provide support for parents and teachers on how to best help young people reach their full potential.
Youth Development Specialist Summary
The Youth Development Specialist will provide guidance and assistance to youth in order to facilitate their growth and development. In this role, the candidate will help young people develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to lead successful and productive lives. Responsibilities include conducting educational workshops, providing individual and/or group counseling, developing activities, organizing events, and helping to facilitate collaboration between community partners and organizations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping youth, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Youth Development Specialist Duties
- Organize and facilitate programs for youth development
- Train staff in youth development best practices
- Mentor and support youth in their development goals
- Design and implement youth development initiatives
- Evaluate program effectiveness and report outcomes
- Collaborate with other youth development organizations
Youth Development Specialist Skills
- Leadership
- Organizational
- Interpersonal
- Communication
- Time management
Youth Development Specialist Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology or a related field
- Experience working with youth, preferably in a program coordinator role
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Personal Traits
- Creative
- Organized
- Detail-Oriented
- Empathetic
- Patient