Organization: Boys & Girls Club of Portage County (non-profit, youth service)

Hours: Part-Time, Hourly (varies by location)

Location: Berard Center

Reports to: Site Center Director

Position Summary: The Assistant Program Director assists the Center Director with overall program management, participant supervision, program planning and implementation. Provide coaching, support and direction to program staff. Adhere to behavior management policy while exercising authority in programs relating to Club members. Work with volunteers and junior staff assigned to specific programs. Promote safety of Club members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at all times. Ensure that programming is dynamic, exciting, safe, fun and support the organizational initiatives that support the mission of the Boys & Girls Club.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, management, and implementation of program activities, development of monthly program schedules and calendars
• Identify and support training and development opportunities, as well as ensure productivity and effective performances for all staff and volunteers
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of Club members
• Plan and oversee the administration of designated Club programs, field trips and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes
• Ensures that Staff are encouraging Club members to participate in a variety of program areas/ activities while receiving feedback and learning opportunities
• Ensures all programs are safe & meaningful that all programs and activities occur daily as scheduled
• Provide guidance and role modeling to program staff and Club members
• Enforce discipline policies within program activities as necessary.
• Ensures the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/ activities are diverse, and inclusive for all club members
• Participation numbers are tracked for each activity
• Follow and assist with the daily & weekly cleaning schedule
• Assists in maintaining a clean, neat and properly equipped program area
• Keep program supplies organized and maintained to limit wasted resources
• Responsible for daily set-up and clean- up of all materials used during the program
• Support fellow staff in meeting program goals, objectives, and outcomes
• Cultivates positive relationship with Club members, their parents and/or guardians, school personnel, supervisor, staff and volunteers by communicating effectively.
• Able to sit in on meetings with parents/ guardians
• May participate in special programs and/or events
• Assist in or handle special assignments or other duties as deemed necessary or important by supervisor

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Standing or walking for up to 8 hours a day
• Pushing or lifting of up to 50lbs
• Ability to handle high noise level for extensive periods of time.

Skills / Knowledge Required:

• Able to be First Aid/CPR Certified
• Must have a Valid State Driver’s License
• High school diploma or a GED is required, some college experience and at least 2 years of experience in youth development
• Communicate effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Courteous and professional to all staff, club members, and families.
• Motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Work with the general public
• Organize and supervise club members in a safe environment
• Must be able to pass a reference check and background check
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Must be able to pass a reference and background check

Disclaimer:

The description listed above was not meant to be all inclusive, and was not designed to list all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of the employees assigned to this position. The employer retains the right to update, revise, change, or assign any other duties or responsibilities to this position at any time.