Youth Activities Worker

Job Announcement: HR2025:101
Position Title: Youth Activities Worker
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Boys & Girls Club
Division: Community Services
Immediate Supervisor: Site Supervisor – PreK-12th
Department Director: Director-Boys & Girls Club
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Regular Part–Time (2 positions)
Mandatory Reporter: Yes
Background Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive)**
Opening Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Closing Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Overview
In our hourly positions, we look for dedicated individuals who value respect, take pride in accountability, and embrace a culture of collaboration and excellence. As an integral part of our team, you will contribute to a positive and supportive environment where every effort is appreciated, and every role is essential. Your commitment to upholding our values and maintaining a strong work ethic will help us achieve shared success.

Primary Objectives
The Youth Activities Worker is a key line-level position responsible for providing leadership and supervision for assigned children of the after-school and/or summer activities. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Essential Functions

• Ensures the safety and well-being of participants of various ages from a variety of physical and behavioral backgrounds.
• Implements approved behavior management strategies to ensure an orderly environment.
• Supervises participants while participating in indoor and outdoor activities such as games, arts & crafts, educational and cultural activities, field trips, swimming, short hikes, sports, and other daily activities.
• Maintains a highly motivated and charged atmosphere with a good relationship with the participants, parents, general public, and other staff members.
• Assists the Site Supervisor-PreK-12th and/or applicable staff in planning, implementing, and carrying out daily activities, maintaining accurate daily records of assigned group.
• Assists the Site Supervisor-PreK-12th in the preparation of weekly schedules and plan of activities.
• Inspects area for any safety concerns and reports them to the Field Supervisor.
• Ensures that all members are following all policies.
• Must fully inform the Site Supervisor-PreK-12th and/or applicable staff of any possible problems relating to program and/or participants.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required or must be a currently enrolled high school student or be enrolled in a GED program.
• Must have six (6) months of full-time employment experience working with young children.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must be eighteen (18) years old or older.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Core Competencies Required

• Absolute confidentiality.
• Must possess character that earns the confidence of the participants, parents, and community, and minimizes public criticism or complaints.
• Must be enthusiastic and motivated and be able to work in a team environment under general supervision.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, and twist for an extended period of time as well as climb, lift, hold, and move objects weighing a maximum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.
• Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

• The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.