Social Rec Assistant

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston•Chelsea, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF BOSTON Since 1893, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston have played an essential role in opening doors and creating opportunities for young people across this city. For every youth in Boston and Chelsea, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston are a life-changing force for opportunity and empowerment that enables future talent to reach their full individual potential as productive citizens and leaders, inspired to make a difference in the Greater Boston community. By reaching 22 of 23 communities throughout Boston and Chelsea, no other youth serving organization engages more young people and families. Learn more at www.bgcb.org and join us in transforming our members, our communities, our city! POSITION OVERVIEW The Social Recreation Assistant assists in the delivery of high quality and developmentally appropriate social recreation department programs, activities, services, and special events.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least 1-year direct experience providing recreation programs for youth
Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility
Knowledge of youth development principles
Must be or become Current CPR/First Aid certified
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Flexibility to work clubhouse hours – especially as seasons and service needs change
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

MS Office and web competency

Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of a variety of social recreation department programs, activities, and events as directed.
Assist volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.
Assist in the supervision and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.
Assist with the completion of BGCB’s program activity standards as assigned.
Participate in various evaluation efforts throughout each program year, including the annual member survey.
Maintain a safe and clean program area.
Know safety emergency procedures and enforce all enforce rules and protocols to ensure safety of our youth and programs.
Apply knowledge of youth development principles in assigned club program area.
Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to program area(s).
Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities as approved, provided or directed.
Strong verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues, families and instruct youth in quality programming, including applying conflict resolution skills and best classroom and group management practices.
Participate in collaborative programs, events and field trips with staff from different clubhouse groups, staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.
Other related duties as specified by the Social Recreation Program Manager, Program Director or Director of Operations.