Youth Program Director

About the role

Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs within a designated Clubhouse, such as Education, Special Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts and Physical Education. Plan, develop, oversee implementation and supervise programs and program staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Youth for Success
• Plan and oversee the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes
• Establish Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission
• Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals
• Encourage members to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and provide instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s)
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members
• Program Development and Implementation
• Establish and maintain Clubhouse program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members
• Ensure that site staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program; that they ensure program areas are safe, well ventilated and well lit; and that club equipment is maintained in good working condition
• Evaluate Club programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
• Control Clubhouse program and activity expenditures within approved budget
• Supervision
• Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and appraisal
• Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any problems/issues
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information to parents and volunteers

Additional Responsibilities

• May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary
• May be required to drive Club van
• May consult with parents concerning member and branch issues
• May handle deposits and banking transactions

Relationships

• Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel
• External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, member's parents and other to assist in resolving problems

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Four year degree in related field from an accredited college or university in related field, or a minimum of five years work experience in a Boys or Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
• Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• The ability to clearly and concisely exchange/receive ideas, facts and or technical information with others
• The ability to visually monitor activities of club members
• Ability to perform CPR or first aid
• Ability to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, jumping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Occasional sitting
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Lift or move up to 15 pounds
• Normal club environment