Child & Adolescent InternAt — Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove

Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove is looking for Child & Adolescent Interns!

We have internship opportunities great for those interested in working with children, adolescents and families!

Child & Adolescent Interns volunteer at after school program sites to provide support to Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove staff during after school or summer programming. Assists with supervising members, classroom management, develops & implements Character & Leadership or Education & Career programs, serves as a positive role model to youth, and establishes meaningful relationships that will encourage and motivate youth participation.

Mission:

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

            Added Benefits:

• Room for growth & training opportunities!
• Weekends & holidays off!
• Flexible hours
• Impact youth in the community!

Location:

One of BGCGG’s various ASES Sites or Club Branches

Schedule:

Commitment: Complete a minimum of 120 Hours; Must be available at least 1 day/week, M-F 2:00pm-6:00pm, W 1:00pm-6:00pm; summer hours vary

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

HS diploma or equivalent

Currently enrolled in college and pursuing undergraduate studies in Child & Adolescent Studies, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Ecology, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or other related program

Bilingual capabilities a plus (Spanish or Vietnamese)

Must clear screening and background check

It Starts With You! Apply Today! Send your resume to volunteer@bgcgg.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove is committed to creating an environment where all staff and volunteers, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to site each day. Our DEI initiatives extend beyond recruitment and hiring practices and continue through each person’s time in our programs where we harness the power of our differences to positively impact our teammates, members, clients, and communities.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.

Develops and implements programs and services that align with the organization’s mission, vision and philosophies as well as grant and GGUSD guidelines. Serves as a role model for youth and establishes meaningful relationships that will encourage and motivate youth participation.

Training:

- Intern/Volunteer orientation
- Specific training onsite with their site supervisor
- Individualized training and performance evaluation

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Ability to uphold organization’s mission and values
• Basic knowledge of group dynamics and youth development
• Ability to effectively use written, verbal, and non-verbal communication
• Ability to develop positive relationships and set appropriate boundaries
• Awareness of classroom management and behavior strategies
• Ability to adapt and be flexible
• Ability to manage priorities and tasks including effective time management
• Ability to recognize potential issues and apply problem solving as needed
• Must be able to collaborate effectively
• Uses resources effectively