Teen Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana-posted 12 days ago
Full-time • Director
Baton Rouge, LA
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Under the direction of the Area Director, the Teen Director will be responsible for implementing teen programs and developing local resources for Club teens ages 13-18. Programs will foster positive self-Identity; education, employment, social, emotional and cultural competencies; community and civic involvement; health and life skills and a moral compass.

  • Provide year-round teen program planning, seek out BGCA funding and program opportunities, including conducting, monitoring and accessing teen interest surveys and input to obtain and maintain effective programming.
  • Assist in the promotion and interpretation of the Club philosophies, methods and accomplishments as it relates to teen programming.
  • Provide employment, health, life skills and training opportunities to Club teens using needs-based and interest-based programs.
  • Assist with the promotion and implementation of all other teen program initiatives that reinforce a positive self-identity.
  • Compile state-of-the-art teen resources, information, and data to address current and future trends affecting teens.
  • Participate in Club staff and advisory meetings to ensure teen interests and concerns are addressed in a manner consistent with, and in conformance with, the mission and policies of the Boys & Girls Club.
  • Serve as a positive adult role model at all Club, local and national events.
  • Serve as a liaison with BGCA Teen Services to maximize resources available for service to teens.
  • Collaborate annually with other statewide Club staff to enhance teen programming.
  • Assist with any additional projects as assigned by Club management.
  • Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Club's employee handbook and elsewhere.
  • Provide direct supervision to Part-time Youth Development Program Leaders and volunteers
  • Ensure safety standards are followed at facility by staff and members
  • Work with Area Director with hiring of Program Leaders
  • Submit written reports in accordance with Operation requirement
  • Bachelor’s degree in recreation, behavioral sciences, education, administration or related fields or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of three years working with children and adolescents, with at least one year of program management experience, preferably in designing and implementing programs for teens.
  • Excellent human relations, verbal, and written communications skills.
  • Have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the Internet.
  • Ability to collaborate with other community-based teen organizations and social service agencies.
  • Knowledge of programs and resources available to create a well-rounded teen program and the ability to establish positive peer working relationships.
  • Ability to organize teen outreach events, including high school recruitment presentations.
  • Capability to communicate the goals and objectives of the Club’s teen initiative.
  • Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for more than four hours each day, other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned.
  • Necessary mental requirements include concentration and focus on teen outreach and membership objectives.
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