Out of School Time Coordinator

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club•Bridgeport, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, the Out of School Time & Camp Program Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day operations and personnel of the After School Program. Coordinator will also manage Schools Out Programming and serve as a Summer Camp Assistant Director. Employee will possess a strong interpersonal and communication skills, understanding of child development and safety, and ability to manage multiple staff, activities and functions aligned with the mission of Wakeman Boys & Girls Club program policies and procedures.

Requirements

A degree in child development, recreation management or similar field, or comparable experience in youth development.
Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding of child development.
Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office software.
Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.
Multi-tasking in a distracting, active-youth oriented environment.
Clear understanding and possession of cultural competency.
Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
Customer Service Experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to maintain files, records, spread sheets and data base and to make mathematical calculations using a calculator.
Ability to concentrate on detail and issues with some interruption, pressure and changing priorities.
Ability to perform multiple and diverse tasks over long periods of time and the ability to remember information that has been read, studied or previously learned.
Ability to use knowledge and reasoning to solve problems.
Ability to work with children and teenagers in a Boys & Girls Club setting with frequent distractions.

Nice To Haves

Non-profit experience as a staff member or volunteer is also preferred.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility for designing and implementing daily After School Program schedule and weekly/monthly activities in coordination with objectives outlined by Senior Program Director and Program Director.
Supervises staff of After School Program, Schools Out and Camp.
Maintains accurate records of ASP staff schedules, program space use and member participation.
Maintains accurate records of ASP participants as required.
Ensures a safe Clubhouse and premises for all members, ASP staff, volunteers and visitors.
Implements balance of sports, fitness, arts, STEM and leadership activities into ASP programming.
Oversees class content, staff and participants in other programs during after school time.
Assist in evaluating and training After School Program staff performance; develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding member needs and issues.
Serve as primary first aid provider during after school time.
Provides front desk supervision and leadership of ASP groups as needed.
Serves as liaison between program staff and Program Directors, Custodian.
Assists in implementing membership strategies that support recruitment of new members and retention of existing members.
Creates a member-focused culture and models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Fosters a climate of innovation and resolves problems to ensure member satisfaction.
Coordinates with Program Directors on program specifics and registration details.
Assists in Club fundraising activities and special events.
Actively participates in staff meetings and/or related trainings.