Community Programs Leader
About The Position
The mission of Sanneh is to Empower youth, Improve lives, and Unite communities. Sanneh empowers youth by supporting and promoting educational attainment through in-school and after-school support, improves lives by providing programs that strengthen physical health and social and emotional development, and unite communities by advancing diversity, equity, and community well-being. This posting is designed to establish a pool of youth workers who can lead enrichment and sport-based youth development programs throughout the program year at the Conway Community Center. Successful candidates may be asked to lead K-5 after school programming, STEM programs, sports-based programs, based on their expertise and availability and programmatic needs. The Community Programs Leader is a hands-on, people-focused role dedicated to building a safe and supportive environment for residents of all ages. As a key member of the Conway Community Center Team, you will deliver engaging programming, provide quality youth care, and serve as a welcoming face of the department at the Conway Community Center.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in youth programming, childcare, or recreation
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required
- Valid driver's license required
- Must pass a background check
- 2+ years of direct experience supervising youth in a structured program setting
Nice To Haves
- Experience planning and implementing recreation or educational programming
- Prior experience managing or mentoring a small team or group of volunteers
- Experience handling participant registration, records, and reporting systems
Responsibilities
- Supervise youth participating in after-school and daytime programs
- Design and facilitate planned and open-ended activities in recreation, arts, childcare, and sports
- Build positive relationships with families by keeping parents and guardians informed
- Cultivate an atmosphere where participants of every age and background feel safe and valued
- Respond to medical situations by providing CPR and First Aid until emergency services arrive
- Serve as a friendly first point of contact for community members in person and by phone
- Assist with program enrollment and answer general inquiries
- Maintain organized records covering attendance, incidents, and accidents
- Set up and break down activity spaces with equipment such as nets, tables, chairs, and scoreboards
- Carry out routine upkeep including cleaning, trash removal, window washing, and snow removal
- Safely operate facility and maintenance equipment as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
