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.
• Works 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.
• Affirms facility needs and performs janitorial duties or manual labor as needed – mopping, cleaning tables, trash removal, disinfecting, painting, playing games, moving equipment, etc.
• Recognizes and reacts quickly to problems-arguing, fighting, horseplay, and stops 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.
• Responds 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

• Ensures 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.
• Participates in safety drills and contributes to ongoing risk assessment and emergency preparedness efforts.
• Contributes 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.

Discrimination Statement

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego (BGCGSD or Clubs) prohibits discrimination against current staff or applicants on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BGCGSD is an equal opportunity employer.