Program Leader

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington•Germantown, MD

About The Position

Provides support and direction for activities provided within a specifically-focused program area, such as Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Experience in working with children.
Ability to operate recent technology and mobile applications (Tik Tok, Class Dojo, Instagram, and more)
Knowledge of youth development.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
Ability to deal with the general public.
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
Valid Driver’s License
Requires the ability to speak, hear, use a personal computer for standard business communications, and the ability lift up to 15 lbs.

Responsibilities

Prepare Youth for Success
Create a SAFE environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
Promote and stimulate program participation; while ensuring the five key elements for positive youth development occur daily:
Fun
Supportive Relationships
Safe and Positive Environment
Opportunities
Expectations and recognition
Ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of club members at all times
Provide guidance and act as a role model / mentor to assure conduct, safety and development of all members
Help maintain facilities and equipment to ensure a productive and clean work environment, reporting major issues to supervisor
Maintain close professional contact with all staff members, supervisor, and volunteers to communicate on Club operations and the needs of members.
Program Development and Implementation
Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors ages 6-18
Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.
Work with branch staff to prepare periodic activity reports and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program areas.
Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.
Participate in the implementation and delivery of other unit activities and events as necessary
May assist in new member registration and orientation.
Additional duties as assigned