Club Director at Success Academy

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County; South Bend (IN); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County is seeking a Club Director for Success Academy in South Bend, IN. This grant-funded role leads administration, engagement, and program execution to advance youth development goals.

You will supervise staff, collaborate with school partners, and ensure safe, engaging experiences for members. The position requires a bachelor's degree and leadership experience in youth programs, with strong communication and organizational skills to drive impact across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Youth Development, Social Work or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership role within a youth-focused organization.
• Strong understanding of youth development principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficient in program planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of policies/regulations and ability to work with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in software (MyClubHub, Paycor) and Microsoft Suite; valid driver’s license.

Responsabilités

• Lead operation of the club and ensure program execution aligns with organizational goals.
• Oversee attendance, enrollment, and reporting accuracy using MyClubHub and Paycor.
• Document coaching, performance, and actions; maintain compliance records.
• Coordinate with school administrators, families, and partners to maximize impact.
• Plan programming and assign tasks to volunteers and staff to meet daily schedules.
• Meet regularly with school partners; communicate outcomes and follow-up actions.

Connaissances

Leadership

Youth development

Communication

Team motivation

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

MyClubHub

Paycor

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

SUMMARY:

The Club Director for Success Academy is responsible for ensuring the successful operation of the club and achieving organizational goals. They provide leadership, oversee program execution, and maintain effective relationships with staff, Club members, parents, volunteers, school administrators, and other key stakeholders. This is a grant funded position.The Club Director is expected to uphold the core values andorganizational expectations of the Boys & Girls Club of the Indiana Corridor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administration:

• Input daily attendance accurately utilizing MyClubHub and ensuring its accuracy.
• Manage site rosters, notifying operations of new enrollments, withdrawals, and updates of current members.
• Complete Incident, Accident, and Behavior reports and keep copies on-site in a binder for quarterly review.
• Approve timecards in Paycor by noon on the Monday preceding the payday.
• Keep records of "call-offs" and "no-shows" for all Youth Development Professionals (YDPs).

Leadership:

• Model all Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Indiana Corridor (BGCNIC) and school corporation policies and procedures.
• Ensure all YDPs and volunteers follow BGCNIC and school corporation policies and procedures.
• Attend all Site Leader Meetings.
• Be present and engaged with club members and staff during club hours.
• Document coaching and corrective action for YDPs.
• Lead daily huddles before and after Club.
• Prepare agendas for monthly meetings with YDPs.
• Eliminate barriers, provide feedback, and inspire confidence among peers, partners, and clients.
• Be visible to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate that learning and continuous growth are valued.

Student Engagement:

• Set and display clear expectations and boundaries for members.
• Create an environment for all students to be engaged in activities.
• Acknowledge and recognize students for good behavior.
• Provide appropriate corrective action for behavior that does not meet expectations according to the BGCNIC Code of Conduct.

Program Execution:

• Implement engaging programming, particularly as it relates to academic enrichment and workforce readiness.
• During office hours, prepare for the day by planning programming, gathering supplies, and completing administrative tasks.
• Ensure programming aligns with daily schedules and curriculum.
• Assign volunteers meaningful tasks that fit their expectations and skills.

Communication:

• Meet regularly with the school principal and other relevant administrative staff; document outcomes.
• Inform Sr. Club Director of significant issues (e.g. suspensions, CPS reports, property concerns) within 24 hours.
• Partner with families and community organizations to strengthen site impact.
• Respond promptly and professionally to Sr. Club Director and administrative team requests.

Effective Relationships:

• Meet at least monthly with school principals and document outcomes of conversations.
• Inform school officials within 24 hours of any significant issues related to property damage, member suspensions, CPS reports, or parent concerns.
• Welcome and accommodate partners who deliver programming.
• Assign volunteers meaningful tasks that fit their expectations and skills.
• Effectively manage staff.
• Respond to the administrative team in a timely and respectful manner.

Teamwork:

• Collaborate effectively across teams and invite input from peers.
• Come to the table with a solutions-oriented approach.
• Ensure team members, partners, and clients feel valued in all interactions.

Knowledge & Productivity:

• Share best practices frequently with peers and across teams.
• Share content expertise and make it accessible to colleagues, partners, and clients.
• Maintain and improve role expertise through regular development opportunities.
• Expect and achieve high performance.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Youth Development, Social Work) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role within a youth-focused organization.
• Strong understanding of youth development principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficient in program planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using relevant software applications (e.g., MyClubHub, Paycor) and Microsoft Suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Spanish speaking preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Must be self-motivated, competitive, creative, personable, and detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal skills. Strong emphasis on solution-based thinking, positivity, and ability to execute. Team player who is ethical, transparent in communication, and treats colleagues, Club members, and their families with the highest level of respect. Must be able to pass any and all required backgroundscreens and drug screens at any time.

The Club Director must demonstrate strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate staff, manage performance, and foster a positive, high-accountability culture. This role requires expertise in youth development principles, program planning, and execution, along with the ability to create engaging, structured environments that support student success. Strong organizational and administrative skills are essential to manage attendance, compliance documentation, scheduling, and reporting systems with accuracy. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and relationship-building abilities to effectively collaborate with staff, families, school partners, and community stakeholders. A solutions-oriented mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment are critical, along with a commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and the mission and values of the organization.

STARTING SALARY:

$39,000

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.