Teen Program Manager

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston•Roxbury, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teen Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality, age-appropriate programs, activities, and services for teen Club members. The role plays a key part in delivering the Ready to Work workforce-readiness program and manages assigned program staff, including roles such as the Teen Education Coordinator and Teen Education Assistant. The manager works with department staff to provide program options that meet BGCB Teen Department Standards and reflect members’ needs and interests. Programming spans BGCB’s core areas and includes workforce readiness for middle-schoolers through Ready to Work Academy and for teens ages 15 and older through Ready to Work University. Programs should account for different learning styles and age ranges and may include daily activities, projects, multi-week and club programs, individual activities, and trips. The position supports member safety and accountability, maintains program resources and a safe, clean Teen Center, and collaborates with partners, volunteers, alumni, and other Club staff. It also includes staff training and supervision, performance evaluations, participation in evaluation and professional development efforts, and travel between sites and activities as needed. The role is based at the Yawkey Club in Roxbury, Massachusetts. The desired start date is October 2026; the position remains open until filled.

Requirements

At least two years of relevant experience in youth development or a related field.
At least one year of experience supervising or supporting staff.
Direct experience developing and delivering a wide variety of programming and support services for teens.
Knowledge of trends in teen recreation, community service, and leadership activities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Must be or become CPR/FA certified.
Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work clubhouse hours, especially as seasons and service needs change.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
Experience in out-of-school-time settings.
MS Office and web competency.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate high-quality, age-appropriate programs, activities, and services for teen Club members.
Work with department staff to provide program options that meet BGCB Teen Department Standards and reflect teen members’ needs and interests.
Ensure teens can participate in activities representing BGCB core program areas, including Ready to Work Academy for middle-schoolers and Ready to Work University for teens ages 15 and older.
Design programs for varied learning styles and age ranges, including daily activities, projects, multi-week programs, club and individual programs, activities, and trips.
Supervise, support, and hold teen members accountable to help ensure their safety in program areas and, as appropriate, throughout the Club.
Secure, maintain, and monitor program materials, equipment, and other resources.
Collaborate with program partners, volunteers, BGCB alumni, and others who can provide instruction, support, and guidance to members.
Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other Clubs and departments, as appropriate.
Participate in program-year evaluation efforts, including the annual member survey.
Maintain a safe and clean Teen Center program area.
Orient, train, supervise, and oversee performance evaluation processes for assigned department staff; provide timely annual evaluations as applicable.
Participate in individual and group supervision sessions.
Participate in relevant professional development opportunities.
Travel between sites and to activities as needed.
Perform other related duties as specified by the Director of Operations/Program Director.
Model healthy behavior and support BGCB’s focus on inclusion and safe environments for youth and teens.