Athletic Staff

Boys And Girls Clubs Of King County•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Athletic Staff support the Program Director in facilitating pre-designed programs in an assigned area. The role focuses primarily on working directly with youth, keeping them safe and supporting their well-being and development through interactive play and other directed activities. Staff are expected to communicate with and motivate youth positively, contribute to a culturally and developmentally appropriate program, and help maintain a healthy, safe, organized Club environment. The position is variable part-time, under 20 hours per week, and requires flexibility with assigned shifts. Work includes contact with Club staff, members, families, and community partners as directed. Offers are contingent on passing a thorough background check, including a National Criminal History Background check.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or current enrollment in high school.
Good organization and attention to detail.
Professional presence and strong customer relations skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Understanding of youth development principles and ability to motivate youth positively.
Ability to learn and support new ideas for the good of the Club.
Ability to communicate effectively with children and other adults.
Pass a thorough background check, including a National Criminal History Background check.
Ability to perform the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available as described.

Nice To Haves

Youth development experience.
Knowledge of or experience working with a nonprofit youth development agency.
Boys & Girls Club experience.
At least one year of experience with school-age children.

Responsibilities

Create and implement weekly program calendars for summer.
Help maintain a healthy and safe environment, including maintaining facilities, equipment, and supplies.
Contribute to planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs, services, and activities.
Help ensure a productive work environment.
Prepare activities that provide a culturally and developmentally appropriate program.
Build positive interactions with children and their families.
Maintain rooms to high standards of safety, organization, and neatness.
Transport small groups of children safely on field trips using a Club twelve-passenger van, walking, or public transit.
Meet regularly with staff and the director to support the smooth operation of programs.
Work assigned shifts and remain flexible.
Maintain close daily contact with Club staff, Club members, and the supervisor; exchange information and discuss issues or guidelines as needed.
Support external contact with community groups, schools, parents, and others as directed by the supervisor.
Complete other duties as assigned.