Program Coordinator [Mildred Hailey]

About the role

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is a life-changing force for opportunity and empowerment, enabling young people to reach their full potential as productive citizens and leaders, inspired to make a difference in the Greater Boston community.

Summary of Position: The Program Coordinator assists the Club Director in the planning, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events for members. This position oversees the program and staff in the absence of the Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Aid in the implementation and ongoing evaluation of developmentally appropriate programs and activities.
• Provide supervision and discipline of members participating in program sessions.
• Assist in the management of the teen programming and extended hours.
• Work with program partners to provide additional programming opportunities to the club.
• Aid in managing membership information, camp registration, and other individual paperwork required by the club.
• Assist the Director in developing family engagement opportunities throughout the school year with both events and the parent council.
• Lead and/or participate in collaborative programs and events.
• Assess our impact is critical to our work. All staff is expected to participate in various evaluation efforts throughout each program year, including the annual member survey.
• Secure and maintain materials, equipment, and other resources belonging to the program area(s).
• Maintain cleanliness of program area(s).
• Aid in the orientation, training, and supervision of staff, junior staff, and volunteers.
• Participate in individual and group supervision sessions.

General BGCB Expectations

• Healthy Behavior Modeling – Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCB priority. As a result, all staff is expected to model healthy behavior while working with our members.
• Inclusive Environment – BGCB values creating child-friendly environments, where youth/teens of all abilities can be successful and participate. BGCB expects employees to embrace its focus on inclusion of all members, regardless of disability or developmental challenge.
• Continuous Learning – Building the capacity of staff is central to BGCB. The organization encourages and requires that all staff participate in annual professional development opportunities that continue to cultivate their skills in the youth development field.
• Safe Spaces – Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCB is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

• Associates degree preferred in the human services/youth development field.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience providing classes/programs/activities for youth; curriculum development experience.
• Knowledge of youth development principles.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• MS Office and web competency preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

To Apply

Please complete an online application at https://www.bgcb.org/aboutu/careers/. Both a cover letter and resume are required to complete your application. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Candidates will be reviewed on an on-going basis. Please upload/attach your resume to your applicant profile as well as your cover letter.