Youth Program Leader (Orchard Gardens Club)

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities.
• Aid members with homework.
• Manage supervision and discipline of members participating in program sessions.
• Participate in collaborative programs and events as appropriate.
• Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s).
• Maintain cleanliness of program area(s).
• Participate in individual and group supervision sessions.
• Perform other related duties as specified by the Club Director.

Qualifications

• A high school degree is required; some college education is preferred.
• Previous experience providing classes/programs/activities for youth is preferred.
• Curriculum development experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of youth development principles is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• The ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds is required.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

General BGCB Expectations

• Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCB priority.
• All staff is expected to model healthy behavior while working with our members.
• 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.
• 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.
• Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCB is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.

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 ongoing basis. Please upload/attach your resume to your applicant profile as well as your cover letter.