Group Leader

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures programs and activities adhere to current health and safety protocols.
• Captures and coordinates assigned program services and cooperative learning activities for youth that are both fun and instructional; displays a high level of enthusiasm and commitment for activities.
• Effectively plans and leads programs, services, and a variety of activities for members; promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
• Responsible for daily set-up and clean-up of all materials used during the program.
• Work in the food service area preparing, cooking, and cleaning up according to established guidelines.
• Supervises members in program area; monitors and supervises the safety and behavior of members; ensures equipment is in good condition and members instructed in proper and safe use of equipment.
• Affirmatively assess facility needs and perform janitorial duties or manual labor as needed – mopping, cleaning tables, trash removal, disinfecting, painting, playing games, moving equipment, etc.
• Recognize and react quickly to problems-arguing, fighting, horseplay, and stop undesirable activity quickly.
• Maintains accurate program attendance records and submits them in a timely manner.
• Cultivates positive relationships with members, their parents and/or guardians, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with High School diploma or GED required with some college experience; or a combination of knowledge and experience.
• A minimum of 48 units of college curriculum or completion of the Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) required; or a combination of knowledge and experience.
• Minimum of one 1 year experience working directly with school aged youth and knowledge of youth development is preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth; instruct, coach and direct varied activities.
• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation.
• Possess skills for instruction, direction and guidance, with the ability to lead and control groups of children in various recreational and educational activities and settings.
• Respond according to procedure for emergency and disciplinary situations.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours each day and complete other essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned.

Safety & Wellness

• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all youth, staff, and visitors by consistently enforcing safety protocols and organizational policies.
• Be proactive in identifying and reporting any safety concerns or maintenance requirements to ensure a safe working environment for everyone.
• Participate in safety drills and contribute to ongoing risk assessment and emergency preparedness efforts.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Club safety and wellness policies and procedures across the Club.

Benefits

• Paid vacation (after 12 months), and sick leave.
• Discounted Club membership.
• Professional Development.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of pre-employment background check and maintaining a drug free work environment.
• Occasional weekends and evenings in support of fundraising events, committee meetings, and activities.
• Possess, or be willing to obtain, a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B license certification for transporting Club members as needed.
• CPR & First Aid Certification.