Program Leader

Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan • Manhattan, KS

6d • $12 - $14 • Onsite

About The Position

Plan, implement, supervise and promote activities and programs before/after school and during the summer months for children and youth.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience in working with children
• Knowledge of youth development
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to deal with the general public (both verbal and written)
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Valid State Drivers License (van drivers only)
• Ability to commute/relocate: Manhattan, KS 66502: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Hours completed towards an elementary or secondary education degree
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• License/Certification: CPR Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members and visitors to include, but not limited to Project Learn, SMART Moves, Triple Play, Healthy Habits, etc.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the club at all times.
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members.
• Assist in administering pre/post assessments, as appropriate.
• Evaluate programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities are in keeping with gender and cultural diversity.
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of participation figures, and any member conduct or other issues.
• Maintain thorough records of attendance, progress in curriculum, and any member conduct or other issues.
• May be required to drive Club van.
• May be required to answer phones and perform other light administrative duties.
• Maintain close contact with Club staff and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
• Maintain contact with parents or guardians in order to communicate about Club activities, explain or interpret Club guidelines, and address any conduct issues relative to members.
• May be required to communicate with or work closely with school principals and classroom instructors.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED