Under the direction of the Branch Director,
the Director of Teen Services will be responsible for
implementing teen programs and developing local resources for
Club teens ages 13-18. Programs will foster positive
self-identity, educational, employment, social, emotional and
cultural competencies, community and civic involvement, health
and life skills and a moral compass. The Director of Teen
Services will supervise work study students, interns, and other
program specialists assigned to the teen center.
KEY ROLES (Essential
Job Responsibilities):
Prepare Youth for Success
Plan, deliver 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.
Ensure that members are
encouraged to participate in a variety of program
areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive
feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
Demonstrate skills and
provide leadership to assure conduct, safety and development
of members.
Design and implement
innovative an unique programs for youth ages 13-18 that
represent all five core program areas including the
following required programming: Keystone, Money
Matters, Career Launch, Youth of the Year, CLUB Service,
Triple Play, Presidents Volunteer Service Award and Power
Hour for Teens.
Oversee/implement
programming in the arts to include music and dance.
Program Development
and Implementation
Establish and maintain
Clubhouse program goals and settings that insure 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.
Ensure the evaluation of
Club programs on a continual basis and ensures
programs/activities respond to member needs and address
their gender and cultural diversity.
Control Clubhouse program
and activity expenditures within approved budget.
Assist Branch Director in
the daily overall operations of the Teen Center and assist
in other program areas as needed.
Supervision
Allocate and monitor work
assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing
feedback and regular 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.
Ensure that staff and
volunteers adhere to the organizations policies and
procedures as well as all applicable rules, regulations and
laws.
Marketing and Public
Relations
Increase visibility of Club
programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of
upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for
the development of advertising and promotion through mailings,
fliers and media releases. Visit schools, colleges and
universities to promote Club programs and membership and to
increase work study opportunities for the Club.
Collaborate with community
partnerships to provide a broader reach of service to teen
members.
Administer community
recognition programs and events that are designed to instill
self-confidence by highlighting the accomplishments of
youth.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversee special programs and/or events
and participate in other unit activities as directed.
2. Assist with the promotion
and implementation of all other teen program initiatives that
reinforce a positive self-identity.
3. Assist in the promotion
and interpretation of the Club philosophy, methods and
accomplishments as it relates to teen programming.
4. Serve as a positive adult
role model for teens and youth.
5. Adhere to organizational
policies and procedures.
6. Compile state-of-the-art
teen resources, information and data to address current and
future trends affecting teens.
4. May be required to drive
Club van periodically.
5. Meet with parents
concerning member and branch issues to include discipline,
suspensions as well as other identified needs or activities.
6. Ability to work flexible
hours to include evenings and some weekends.
7. Other duties as assigned
related to this position.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintain close, daily
contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club
members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss
issues, explain, demonstrate or interpret
guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.
External: Maintain contact as
needed with external community groups, organizations that
partner with BGCSPS, schools, member's parents and others as
needed and appropriate.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
REQUIRED:
Four year degree in related field from an
accredited college or university strongly preferred.
Minimum of an AA degree in related field
from and accredited college or university required.
A minimum of two years work experience in
a Boys or Girls Club or similar organization planning and
supervising activities based on the developmental needs of
young people, preferably teens.
Strong communication skills, both verbal
and written.
Spanish as a second language a plus.
Computer skills to include ability to
access, input and retrieve information from the computer.
Group leadership skills, including an
understanding of group dynamics and ability to run group
activities in the gym, games room, etc., as well as outdoors
on our playing fields.
Demonstrated organizational, staff and
project management abilities.
Ability to work effectively
and productively with others.
Ability to work a flexible
schedule, which may include evenings, weekends and/or
holidays.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid
Certifications
Current driver’s license,
dependable vehicle and agency required vehicle liability
limits
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position regularly
involves lifting, bending, reaching, standing, walking, talking,
hearing, keyboarding, grasping, and ability to participate in
indoor/outdoor activities. The successful candidate must
be able to use a variety of office equipment including compute,
telephone, copier, fax, and/or other equipment. He or she
may be required to lift supplies, materials, equipment and
collateral materials weighing up to 40 pounds. The worker
is subject to both indoor and outside environmental conditions
in that activities occur inside and outside. This
individual is required to work around youth and adults where
noise levels may be moderate to high during some activities.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented
indicates the general nature and level of work expected of
employees in this classification. It is not designed to
contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of
all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives
required of employees assigned to this job.
