Do you have a passion to help our youth? Do you want to help mentor and become a positive role model? Then look no further this is the job for you!

We are celebrating our 50th year anniversary! Join our team!

Position: Athletic Program Coordinator -Part Time /Non Exempt

Hours: School Year – M-Thurs- 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (5 hours between those hours)

Friday and Summer– 8 hours between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. shifts vary (5 hours between those hours)

Some evenings and weekends may be required.

We offer Medical, Dental and Vison benefits as well as Sick Time, and Retirement Plan

$500.00 Sign On Bonus Offered!

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Implements, supervises and evaluates activities for youth ages 6-18 years old specifically in the areas of Physical Education and health; may also include: Education, Prevention, Social Recreation, and/or Arts & Crafts.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

• Create an environment that facilitates youth achievement:
• promote and stimulate program participation;
• register new members and participate in their Club orientation process;
• provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• using the Boys & Girls Clubs’ philosophy, maintain discipline among youth participants so that programs are carried out safely and efficiently.

Program Development and Implementation

• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the Club at all times.

Supervision

• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings, department meetings and corporate meetings.
• Attend trainings and other developmental/professional growth opportunities as time and resources allow.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May participate in special programs and/or events.

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions, and advise/counsel or critical issues.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree with courses in education, recreation, psychology, sociology preferred. Special consideration may be given for experience and personal qualifications in lieu of degree.
• Experience in working with children.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to interact with the general public.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Commitment to gender equity issues.
• Willingness to work in multicultural settings.
• Background Check required.
• Pass random drug testing.

Physical Requirements/ Work/ Environment:

Physical Demands (The nature of physical effort leading to physical fatigue)

• Caring for children can be physically demanding.
• The successful candidate must be able to use a variety of janitorial / office equipment including vacuum cleaner, computer, telephone, and / or other equipment.
• S/he may be required to lift supplies, materials, and collateral materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• S/he will be required to be on their feet the majority of the time.
• May spend time sitting on the floor or in child sized furniture. Will be expected to clean and maintain equipment and facility, and may move throughout the community with children.
• May come in contact with children who are ill and/or contagious, and must take precautions to ensure the health and safety of all children, parents, staff and themselves.

Environmental Conditions (The nature of adverse environmental conditions affecting the incumbent)

• will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the program coordinator will have to supervise all children at all times.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.50 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pueblo, CO 81004: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Youth development: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location