Before & After School Youth Care Professional

Before & After School Youth Care Professional
 

Build Great Futures Here – Work Where the Fun Happens!
 

As a Before & After School Care Youth Development Professional at the Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows (BGCTM), you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying a fun and fulfilling school-year job. You’ll engage kids in a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, sports, fitness, and more—helping them develop new skills, build confidence, and make lasting friendships.

Our Mission: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as caring, productive, responsible citizens.

As a Youth Care Professional, you will:

• Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children.

• Plan and lead fun, educational activities.

• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for youth.

One of the best parts of this role? You’ll have your nights and weekends free to enjoy your own adventures—all while getting paid to make a difference in your community.

Whether you’re a college student passionate about youth development or a high school student looking for a fun, meaningful job, BGCTM is the perfect place to grow your skills, make new connections, and positively impact the lives of kids and families.

Benefits for Part-Time Employees:

• Access to Nivati, a free mental health and wellbeing program.

• Annual tuition reimbursement to support your education and career growth.

• Paid time off (PTO) eligibility.

• Pay starting at $14.50/hour.

Schedule:

• Part-time role with flexible scheduling to accommodate classes or personal commitments.

• Monday – Friday shifts.

• Consistent schedules whenever possible.

• Reno/Sparks locations available—please indicate your location preference on your application.

Join us today and start making a difference—one child at a time!

Success Traits for a Before & After School Youth Care Professional
 

At Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows (BGCTM), we have fantastic staff who will teach you the skills you need on the job. However, certain traits will help you thrive as a Before & After School Youth Care Professional:

• You are fun, energetic, and enthusiastic.

• You are interested in pursuing a career in education or childcare (e.g., HDFS, CDA, Education, Counseling, etc.).

• You have a passion for building a stronger, better community.

• You can communicate and collaborate effectively with children, staff, and parents.

• You are at least 17 years old or older.

Safety & Hiring Requirements

As part of our commitment to child and member safety, all hires are required to complete the following:

• Provide three references. Professional references are preferred if you have work experience. If not, non-family members over 18 who can speak to your character and professionalism are acceptable.

• Complete a drug screening for any illegal substances, a background check, and a fingerprint check.

Our Commitment to Being GREAT

At BGCTM, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a great life guided by our Be GREAT values:

• Generous

• Respectful

• Encouraging

• Accountable

• Trustworthy

These values guide how we operate, creating spaces where every child feels safe, connected, and supported—a place to belong and a place to become. They also create a positive, fun work environment where you can see the difference you’re making every day.

For more information about what makes BGCTM a great place to work, visit our Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows website to view staff testimonials and learn more about joining our team!