Job Title:

Youth Program Specialist

Reports To:

Director of Youth Services/Youth Services Coordinator/Site Director

Primary Function:

Implement, supervise, develop and evaluate all programs and activities in the program area of Youth Center for members ages 6-12.

Position Responsibilities:

• Effectively administer programs and activities for youth age 6-12.
• Develop lesson plans, and implement programs according to the plans.
• Develop relationships with youth to ensure trust and confidence in them, to recruit them to participate in programs and increase membership.
• Promote and develop leadership skills to members.
• Teach youth how to develop relationships with role models and mentors.
• Promote youth programs to members at the youth center. Such as, but not limited to Smart Moves, Healthy Habits, Power Hour, Triple Play, etc
• Implement and enforce all Club rules and policies with the members.
• Ensure a safe, healthy and positive environment in the Youth Areas as well as the rest of the center.
• Maintain and utilize appropriate and adequate equipment for programs.
• Actively supervise and engage members at all times.
• Follow established policies and procedures of the center.
• Model and encourage positive and constructive behavior of all members.
• Do safety checks of your program area and equipment and report any findings.
• Maintain and a clean and safe environment of assigned program area.
• Monitor and evaluate programs in conjunction with the Site Director.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Staff must wear their ID badge and a BGC shirt.

Additional Responsibilities:

• • Ensure a team based work environment by communicating effectively and positively with supervisors, co-workers and volunteers.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work scheduled hours.
  • Experience working with youth ages 6-12
  • Ability to effectively operate a computer and programs used by the Club.
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills.
  • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
  • Good Driving Record and Valid Drivers License.

How to Apply:

Applicants can apply by and filling out an Employment Application and submitting to Missy Leavy  at [email protected]. No phone calls in regard to this position, please.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.