Program Lead : Lincoln Elementary Club, Loveland

Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County•Loveland, CO

About The Position

Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County (BGCLC) is a place for kids to laugh, a place to learn, a place to grow and a place to belong. For more than 30 years, BGCLC has served the youth in Larimer County. Through amazing programs, caring staff, and a safe atmosphere, we give youth a place to go when they need support, care and most importantly, fun. We give youth a place to call home. BGCLC is looking for an energetic, fun-loving, adaptable individual to help foster a fun, safe, and positive before and after school experience for elementary-aged youth within Thompson School District.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Each program leader must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
a. Must have at least three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) who are not related to the individual; or.
b. A current early childhood professional credential level I one (1) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/about-the-ecpc?language=en_US.
Ability to motivate youth and utilize effective behavior management
Demonstrated ability to comfortably and without judgment, communicate about sensitive subjects with youth and parents.
Ability to implement quality programs for youth.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, secure personal information, and comply with mandated reporting requirements.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. (can provide upon hire)
Valid State Driver’s License.
Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with scheduled work hours.
Provide guidance and act as a positive role model/mentor to all members.
Maintain professional relationships/communication with all BGCLC stakeholders.
Ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of Club members at all times.
Promote and stimulate program participation; while ensuring the five key elements for positive youth development Help maintain facilities and equipment to ensure a productive and clean work environment
Support day-to-day Club operations in the absence of the Club Director
Assist Site Director with parent communication.
Be responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs & Club events
Monitor and evaluate programs and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the unit at all times.
Work with Club staff to prepare periodic activity reports and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in the program area.
Maintain accurate and daily program attendance counts.
Assist with food service in the Club, following all Food Bank/Health Dept. safe food handling protocols.
Will participate in the implementation and delivery of other unit activities and events as necessary.
May assist in new member registration and orientation.
Assist with Club transportation as needed
Support programs at another Club location as needed
Will assume other duties as assigned.