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Diversion/Teen Court Youth Development Professional
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Overview
TITLE:
Diversion/Teen Court Youth Development Professional (YDP) (Part-Time)
Term:
2025–2026 School Year
REPORTS TO:
Diversion Director / Unit Director
CLASSIFIED:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Evenings/Some Weekends as Needed)
MISSION:
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
Job Summary The Teen Court Youth Development Professional (YDP) is a key member of the Boys & Girls Club diversion programming team, working directly with youth referred to Teen Court. This position is responsible for providing mentorship, accountability, and structured support while promoting positive behavior change. The YDP ensures a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that reinforces the Club’s mission to help all young people reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor youth referred to the Teen Court program.
Provide real-time redirection and support to youth displaying challenging behaviors.
Utilize evidence-based behavior strategies to promote safety, de-escalate situations, and encourage positive outcomes.
Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with youth while modeling resilience, integrity, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and schools to maximize program impact while fostering trust, accountability, and strong relationships with youth and their families.
Assist with daily Club programming, ensuring inclusive participation for all members, especially those requiring additional support.
Support all diversion program components, including restorative justice activities, peer jury proceedings, community service, skill-building workshops, and relevant educational sessions.
Monitor participant progress and adjust strategies to support individual growth.
Maintain a commitment to restorative justice and positive youth development.
Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming Club environment for all members.
Teen Court Responsibilities
Maintain consistent communication with the Diversion Director regarding participant progress, attendance, and overall engagement.
Assist with weekly check-ins, program intakes, and other key meetings.
Plan and facilitate Teen Court Club, monthly prevention initiatives, and other prevention/intervention programming.
Support coordination of meetings with partners such as the South Dakota Teen Court Association (SDTCA), Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) Workgroup, and the State’s Attorney Office.
Recruit, train, and support both youth and adult volunteers.
Conduct weekly travel (5–10 hours) for school visits, home check-ins, and other outreach efforts.
Administrative
Provide Director with accurate, up-to-date records of participant progress.
Maintain accurate and timely records of community service hours, attendance, and program outcomes.
Assist with program evaluation through data collection and reporting.
Regularly review and update program materials, forms, and essential documents.
Communicate regularly with supervisor, providing observations, updates, and recommendations for program improvement.
Attend 100% of monthly staff meetings and bi-weekly one-on-one meetings.
Participate in trainings, special programs, and Club events.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall program success.
Employment Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required, some college coursework in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred.
Experience working with teens in a youth development, educational, or justice-related setting preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate youth.
Ability to remain calm, fair, and professional when addressing challenging behavior.
Commitment to the mission and values of the Boys & Girls Club.
Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends to support Teen Court proceedings.
Physical Requirements
Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, etc. at the Club to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals.
Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time throughout a shift.
Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodation(s) to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.
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Diversion/Teen Court Youth Development Professional (YDP) (Part-Time)
Term:
2025–2026 School Year
REPORTS TO:
Diversion Director / Unit Director
CLASSIFIED:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Evenings/Some Weekends as Needed)
MISSION:
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
Job Summary The Teen Court Youth Development Professional (YDP) is a key member of the Boys & Girls Club diversion programming team, working directly with youth referred to Teen Court. This position is responsible for providing mentorship, accountability, and structured support while promoting positive behavior change. The YDP ensures a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that reinforces the Club’s mission to help all young people reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor youth referred to the Teen Court program.
Provide real-time redirection and support to youth displaying challenging behaviors.
Utilize evidence-based behavior strategies to promote safety, de-escalate situations, and encourage positive outcomes.
Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with youth while modeling resilience, integrity, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and schools to maximize program impact while fostering trust, accountability, and strong relationships with youth and their families.
Assist with daily Club programming, ensuring inclusive participation for all members, especially those requiring additional support.
Support all diversion program components, including restorative justice activities, peer jury proceedings, community service, skill-building workshops, and relevant educational sessions.
Monitor participant progress and adjust strategies to support individual growth.
Maintain a commitment to restorative justice and positive youth development.
Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming Club environment for all members.
Teen Court Responsibilities
Maintain consistent communication with the Diversion Director regarding participant progress, attendance, and overall engagement.
Assist with weekly check-ins, program intakes, and other key meetings.
Plan and facilitate Teen Court Club, monthly prevention initiatives, and other prevention/intervention programming.
Support coordination of meetings with partners such as the South Dakota Teen Court Association (SDTCA), Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) Workgroup, and the State’s Attorney Office.
Recruit, train, and support both youth and adult volunteers.
Conduct weekly travel (5–10 hours) for school visits, home check-ins, and other outreach efforts.
Administrative
Provide Director with accurate, up-to-date records of participant progress.
Maintain accurate and timely records of community service hours, attendance, and program outcomes.
Assist with program evaluation through data collection and reporting.
Regularly review and update program materials, forms, and essential documents.
Communicate regularly with supervisor, providing observations, updates, and recommendations for program improvement.
Attend 100% of monthly staff meetings and bi-weekly one-on-one meetings.
Participate in trainings, special programs, and Club events.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall program success.
Employment Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required, some college coursework in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred.
Experience working with teens in a youth development, educational, or justice-related setting preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate youth.
Ability to remain calm, fair, and professional when addressing challenging behavior.
Commitment to the mission and values of the Boys & Girls Club.
Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends to support Teen Court proceedings.
Physical Requirements
Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, etc. at the Club to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals.
Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time throughout a shift.
Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodation(s) to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.
Senior ity level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
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