Job Title:
Roosevelt Park Outpost- Program Specialist
Job Hours:
Site Hours: June 24th- August 9th -11:00am-5:30pm Monday, 12:00pm-5:30 Tuesday-Friday**
**Candidates hired will start in mid June for training, preparation, etc.
Reports To:
Roosevelt Park Outpost- Site Supervisor
Salary:
$11.00/hour
How to Apply:
Applicants can apply by submitting a resume with cover letter to the Director of Outreach and Prevention, Felicia Dalton, [email protected]
Primary Function:
Implement, supervise, develop and evaluate all Boys & Girls Club programs and activities at Roosevelt for members ages 6-11.
Position Responsibilities:
- Effectively administer programs and activities for youth ages 6-11 in a high volume, fast paced environment.
- Facilitate and develop lesson plans for programming using Boys and Girls Club of America curriculum.
- Promote and develop leadership skills in members.
- Ensure a safe, clean, healthy and positive environment in the park area; while maintaining and utilizing appropriate equipment for programs.
- Actively supervise and engage members at all times.
- Follow established policies and procedures of the Boys and Girls Club of Kenosha.
- Model and encourage positive and constructive behavior for all members.
- Do safety checks of your program area and equipment and report any findings.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment of assigned program area(s).
- Monitor and evaluate programs in conjunction with the Site Supervisor.
- Participate in scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
- This position requires implementing high energy sports/athletic programs outdoors in the park area with youth in a group setting.
- This position requires standing for long periods of time and may require lifting items up to 50 lbs.
- Staff must wear their ID badge and a BGC shirt at all times.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Ensure a team based work environment by communicating effectively and positively with supervisors, co-workers, volunteers and other community partners.
- Required to attend all training and be available to work for the duration of the camp season. Any time off must be preapproved by the manager prior to hiring
- Make recommendations regarding member’s needs, program ideas, and facility needs.
- May be asked to participate in special programs and or events. These events may be scheduled at times when the Club is not open.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- College and/or teaching experience preferred
- Experience working with youth ages 6-11
- Ability to work scheduled hours
- Ability to effectively operate a computer and Microsoft Word & Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Recommended:
- Experience working at a summer camp or in a similar setting
- Experience in planning and implementing daily lesson plans
Physical Considerations:
- Frequent walking, running, standing, reaching, bending
- Majority of work is outside, summer weather conditions
Environmental Conditions:
- May be exposed to occasional inclement weather including heat, humidity, cold, rain, and wind