Job Description

 

Senior Program Coordinator

General Purpose:

Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs within a designated site, such as Academic Success; Fine Arts; Sports, Fitness & Recreation; Health & Life skills and Character & Leadership Development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Implementation- Using the Youth Development Strategy & Formula for Impact Assessment, implements programs to meet organization’s mission. Utilizes programs developed locally and by Boys & Girls Clubs of America to create a fun environment for Club Members to feel a sense of belonging, usefulness, competence, and influence in the Out of School Time. Keeps records of program participation as directed. Works in a ratio of 20:1 staff.

Role Model – Believes in the ability of every youth to succeed & expresses it to Members. Through role modeling and youth group management, create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes, (Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character.) Always maintains enthusiasm and a positive attitude with youth and within the Club community. Conveys warmth, care & proper guidance in ongoing interactions with Members.

Membership Recruitment – Recruits and retains members by promoting the Club through flyers, newsletters and word-of-mouth. Maintains recommended number of Members at site (and appropriate waiting lists if necessary) and ensures they carry their Membership Card to the Club every day. Responsible for meeting annual goals for Membership, attendance and impact metrics.

Communication – Actively participates in daily and weekly Club communication with coworkers, supervisors, and volunteers.

Safety - Maintains a safe, clean environment. Follows Club policies and common sense to ensure proper use and maintenance of Club equipment and property. Ensures safety of members at all times by proper supervision.

Discipline - Utilizes appropriate discipline to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all members. Encourages Members to take responsibility for their good behavior and reinforces high behavior expectations at all times.

Facility Management– Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and appealing Club facility and program area.

Leadership - Assist Director in planning and overseeing the administration of designated programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes. Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission. Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals. Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s). Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.

Additional Responsibilities

May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary.

May be required to drive Club van periodically.

May consult with parents concerning member and program issues.

Implement paperwork, inventory, ordering and facilitation of the Child Nutrition Program.

Requirements:

Education and/or Expertise

A minimum of two years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or related field, preferred

Other Skills

Person will be of flawless integrity.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.

Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.

Requirements

Applicants must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Mandatory negative TB test.

Must provide own vehicle, have a valid state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger handle or feel objects, tools or controls; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities are required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Sufficient agility and mobility to supervise program activities.

Requires ability to sit, bend, squat, pull/push, grasp frequently

Must be able to walk and stand for up to 3.5 hours at a time

DEI Statement of Intent:

 

At Boys & Girls Clubs, we commit ourselves fully to the ongoing work of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We enthusiastically embrace the diversity of Members, communities and employees and seek to do Whatever It Takes to create places where all people feel welcome, equal, heard and valued.

We stand against racial injustice and discrimination of all kinds, including any mistreatment of people based on their race, language, ethnic background, ability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We will make all reasonable accommodations to our policies to be the most inclusive workplace possible.

We acknowledge that this is a process and not a destination and will remain committed to regularly evaluate and redefine our Statement and our efforts to make progress.

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