Top 127 Youth development professional Jobs in Richmond Va

Center Lead (Richmond)
HIGHER ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM INC —Richmond, VA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- High school
- Paid training
- Paid orientation
Family Services Specialist III
087-Henrico Dept Of Social Services —Henrico County, VA
- $72,060.36 - $132,558.42 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
10d
Program Manager - Youth Homeless Services
COMMONWEALTH CATHOLIC CHARITIES —Richmond, VA
- $56,035.20 - $65,372.00 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Pass drug screening
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Empowerment Coach
City of Richmond, VA —Richmond, VA
- $47,507.20 - $88,940.80 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
5d
Youth Ballet and Sports Coaches
The Starz Program —Richmond, VA
- $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Local
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
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14h
In-Home Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
Compass Behavioral Group —Glen Allen, VA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Lavni Inc —Virginia
- From $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Community Mental Health Worker (full-time or part-time)
Family Focus, LLC. —Richmond, VA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Travel reimbursement
- 403(b) matching
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HCBS Qualified Mental Health Professional
SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP —Hopewell, VA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Bilingual
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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After-School School Program Counselor (West End/Short Pump Area)
Henrico Education Foundation —Short Pump, VA
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Math
- Children
- Public school
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After-School Program Counselor (West End/VCC area)
Henrico Education Foundation —Henrico County, VA
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Math
- Children
- In-person
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Employment Specialist/Job Coach
RSVP, Inc. —Ashland, VA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Office
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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18h
Artist in Residence
Ruakh Arts —Richmond, VA
- $1,000 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
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Life Skills Coach - Evening/Weekend Hours
Impact Living Services —Richmond, VA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Artist in Residence
Ruakh Arts —Ashland, VA
- $1,000 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
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Director at Childcare/Daycare Center
Chester Child Development Center —Chester, VA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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11d
RBT Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
EzCare ABA —Richmond, VA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Adolescents
- In-person
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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Maintenance Technician I
YMCA of Greater Richmond —Richmond, VA
- $43,000 - $45,000 a year
- Overtime
- OSHA
- 5 years
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Regional Program Coordinator
Henrico Education Foundation —Henrico County, VA
- $53,000 - $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Nursing
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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13d
Senior Organizer, Housing & Consumer Justice
Legal Aid Justice Center —Richmond, VA
- $64,521.60 - $86,394.42 a year
- Online Application
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Center Lead (Richmond)

HIGHER ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM INC -
Richmond, VA

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Job Details

Part-time
$25 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid orientation

Qualifications

Team leadership
Child attendance tracking
Working with students
Data entry
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Working with youth

Full Job Description

Part-Time Center Lead – Afterschool Program (Middle School)

$25/Hour | Paid Training | Make a Real Impact After School

Do you believe that talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not?
Higher Achievement is looking for Part-Time Center Leads who are passionate about supporting middle school students during a critical moment in their academic and personal development.

As a Center Lead, you’ll build meaningful relationships with scholars, lead engaging afterschool programming, and help students grow into confident, high-achieving learners prepared for high school and beyond.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a direct, visible impact on middle school scholars every day
Be a mentor, role model, and leader in a supportive team environment
Receive paid orientation and ongoing professional development
Build experience in education, youth development, or social impact
Work consistent afterschool hours that pair well with school or other jobs

Job Details

Part-Time: Monday–Thursday, approximately 3:30–6:30 PM
Additional Hours: Approximately 1-3 hours per month for planning, meetings and trainings
Pay Rate: $25 per hour
Start Date: August 2025
Duration: Indefinite; work available during the Afterschool Academy year (September/October–May/June), based on center placement. Limited summer hours available.
Location: Onsite at a Higher Achievement middle school center location
- Dogwood Middle School, RPS School of Art Integration - 1701 Floyd Avenue Richmond, VA 23220
- T.C. Boushall Middle School - 3400 Hopkins Road Richmond, VA 23234
- Thomas H. Henderson Middle School - 4319 Old Brook Road Richmond, VA 23227

What You’ll Do

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership, Instruction, & Scholar Management

Lead and manage groups of 5–15 middle school scholars across core program components, including Learning Blocks, Electives, Community Meetings, and transitions (arrival, meals, dismissal), ensuring a structured, engaging, and enriching environment.
Maintain the continuity of program flow and adapting in real time to unanticipated needs, though short-term leadership coverage.
Build strong relationships with scholars through mentoring, encouragement of personal growth, and reinforcement of positive behaviors.
Promote leadership, teamwork, and self-advocacy while setting and upholding high expectations for engagement and behavior.
Model and uphold Higher Achievement’s culture of high expectations, positive behavior, and scholar engagement across all program elements.

Program Facilitation & Delivery

Learning Blocks (up to 15 scholars): Ensure completion of high-quality homework; coach scholars in study skills, test preparation, and academic projects; support and direct volunteers; and guide scholars through academic and enrichment activities, including high school applications, group passion projects, and online learning.
Electives (up to 15 scholars): Design and implement engaging activities aligned to scholars’ interests; provide structure and behavior management; and incorporate scholar feedback to drive participation and ownership.
Community Meetings (5–15 scholars): Facilitate sessions focused on relationship building, social justice, and high school readiness.

Operations & Family Engagement

Plan and prepare for program components (~3 hours/week) and attend staff meetings for planning and professional development.
Execute daily site operations, including attendance tracking, scholar check-ins, meal setup/service, basic data entry, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
Communicate with families regarding scholar progress, engagement, and program expectations.

Additional duties as assigned may include, translation support for multi-lingual scholars and families; shuttle chaperone support and tasks for transporting scholars; scholar recruitment events and initiatives; all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of experience working with youth (middle school preferred) in a professional or structured volunteer capacity; or current college enrollment in education, youth development, or a related field with some applied or course study experience.
Demonstrated experience independently managing groups of 10-15 middle school scholars in a structured setting.
Demonstrated agility and flexibility to independently manage and lead with short-term notice
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate expectations and provide direction to scholars and volunteers.
Basic technology proficiency, including accurate attendance tracking and timely data entry.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in afterschool programs, education, or youth development organizations.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Experience supporting academic instruction, tutoring, or enrichment programming.
Familiarity with behavior management strategies and maintaining structured, high-expectation environments.

Higher Achievement Core Values: Scholar-Centricity, Striving for Excellence, Power of Community, Voice, and Social Justice.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Work is regularly performed in an office environment. The employee may spend long periods sitting, standing, and walking. Required to transfer from one part of the worksite to another and climb stairs. Regularly lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Regular use of computers, keyboard, telephone, and face-to-face communication in small and large group settings with adults; ability to communicate clearly and professionally in these situations. Visual, auditory, and physical ability to respond quickly to critical incidents involving students and act in an emergency. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Background Check & Clearance: This position requires a criminal background check prior to hire to include state/local municipalities, school district clearances and grant required checks. All clearance checks are paid by Higher Achievement.

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youth development professional jobs in richmond va

Center Lead (Richmond)

Family Services Specialist III

Program Manager - Youth Homeless Services

Empowerment Coach

Youth Ballet and Sports Coaches

In-Home Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Community Mental Health Worker (full-time or part-time)

HCBS Qualified Mental Health Professional

After-School School Program Counselor (West End/Short Pump Area)

After-School Program Counselor (West End/VCC area)

Employment Specialist/Job Coach

Artist in Residence

Life Skills Coach - Evening/Weekend Hours

Artist in Residence

Director at Childcare/Daycare Center

RBT Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist

Maintenance Technician I

Regional Program Coordinator

Senior Organizer, Housing & Consumer Justice

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