TITLE:                                   Program Specialist

REPORTS TO:                      Program Director

STATUS:                                Part Time (25 hrs per week and Full Time during Summer )

LOCATION:                          South End Branch

SALARY:                               $13.00 to $15.00 per hour DOE

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program Director or his/her designee, a program specialist plans, organizes, implements, supervises and evaluates all programs and activities provided in a specific program area.  These include, but are not limited to, Boys & Girls Clubs 5 Core Program Areas.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Promote safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.

·        Provide guidance and role modeling to members.

·        Promote and stimulate program participation, welcome new members and participate in their orientation process.

·        Participate in weekly branch staff meetings as required.

·        Plan and conduct programs and activities in a special program area.  Assure that there is a daily written schedule and that activities begin and end on time.

·        Prepare weekly reports for the Branch Director about activities, special programs, attendance and other reports as required.

·        Maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the program area at all times.

·        Assist staff in securing and storing supplies and equipment appropriately.

·        Maintain close daily contact with club staff, club members, supervisor and volunteers to receive/provide information, discuss issues, and understand guidelines/instructions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·        High School Diploma or GED  - some college strongly preferred

·        Ability to plan and implement programming for youth and adolescents

·        Strong communication skills both verbal and written

·        Strong interpersonal relationship skills

·        Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm

·        Must pass National Criminal Background Check

·        Must pass pre-employment drug test

·        First Aid/CPR Training (able to obtain on the job)

·        Able to work afternoon and evening hours during school year

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

·        Experience in working with children

·        Recreational experience

·        Ability to be consistent and encourage honesty, responsibility, fairness, sportsmanship

       and respect for all involved

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position regularly involves lifting, bending, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, grasping and some running.  This position works around youth and adults with a moderate exposure to noise.

DISCLAIMER:

This information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Signed by:       __________________________________________________________

                                    Incumbent                                                                         Date

Approved by:    ________________________________________________________

                                    Supervisor                                                                        Date

Reviewed by: _________________________________________________________

                                  Director of Human Resources                                          Date

To apply please send cover letter and resume to jobs@bg-clubs.com

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