Program Instructor (Youth Development Specialist)- Ford Heights (51029)
About The Position
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO policy, including paid holidays, to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Employee Assistance Plan: Our EAP offers access to counseling services, resources, and referrals, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive in all areas of life. Life Insurance: Life insurance coverage to provide peace of mind. (min 20 hours per week) Retirement plan: The 401(k) plan including employer contributions after 1 year of service. Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing professional growth opportunities through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives. Workplace Culture: We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization. PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Program Instructor prepares and implements programs, supervises club members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required
- One to Two years’ Youth Development experience.
- Excellent communication/inter-personal skills.
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavioral problems.
- Ability to interact with general public.
- Ability to plan and implement quality learning programs for youth.
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and implements programs, supervises club members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
- Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
- Promotes and stimulates daily learning as well as participation in designated national and special event programs.
- Orients new members to Club programs, special events, and opportunities as well as Club safety, program and disciplinary rules.
- Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
- Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities for members.
- Develops and posts weekly and monthly program plans.
- Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members and quality in programs.
- Recognizes Club members for program participation and achievement.
- Maintains records to track attendance and participation.
- Maintains order and discipline of Club members.
- Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants.
- Ensures a productive work environment by participating in weekly Club Leader meetings.
- Monitors supply needs and orders required supplies through approved vendors and within budget.
- Keeps supply room neat and orderly.
- Ensures program area is attractive, neat and clean and bulletin boards and notices are current.
- Makes and/or recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment.
- Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include driving the Club van.
- Participates in training/educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan including employer contributions after 1 year of service.
- Professional Development opportunities through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
