Junior Staff (3614)

Boys & Girls Club Fox Valley; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club Fox Valley is seeking a Junior Staff member in Appleton, Wisconsin. This part-time role focuses on engaging kids aged 6–13 in various educational and recreational activities. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and demonstrate a genuine interest in working with children.

Responsibilities include supervising activities, maintaining safety, and providing guidance. Ideal applicants will have strong communication skills and a commitment to the club's values of equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Interest in working with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and supervising club activities.
• Ensure safety of club members during programs.
• Engage children in activities and monitor attendance.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Computer skills

Education

High school enrollment or equivalent

Job description

Job Location: Appleton, Wisconsin 54914

Part time, Monday–Friday

Position Overview

The Junior Staff is responsible for assisting to implement and supervise activities in a variety of program areas such as education and STEM, arts and crafts, sports and recreation, good character and citizenship, and health and wellness. The Junior Staff will support a Club environment that is healthy, fun, safe, clean, and well‑maintained for Club members ages 6–13.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old to be considered for this position.

Essential Job Functions

• Support an environment that actively engages Club members in programs and activities.
• Record program attendance accurately for all programs and activities facilitated with Club members.
• Provide guidance and positive role modelling to Club members.
• Monitor programs and activities to ensure the safety of Club members.
• Abides by Mandated Reporter policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams and departments to align goals and strategies and to foster a culture of cooperation and teamwork.
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to the effective implementation of continuous improvement processes.
• Support the ethical use of data to make decisions in a timely and informed manner.
• Represent the organization to the community in a way that enhances the organization’s profile, builds its reputation, supports its strategic priorities, and advances its mission.
• Contribute to operational goals and objectives that align with and advance the organization’s strategic priorities.
• Strive to meet and surpass the expectations of youth, families, staff, volunteers, Board, funders, and other key stakeholders.
• Focus efforts on promoting equity, engaging in trauma‑informed and continuous improvement practices, and doing what is needed to help the communities the organization serves become great places for all children and youth to grow and thrive.
• Ensure current safety practices meet or exceed organizational requirements.
• Support the implementation of new or amended policies, practices, and processes that further mitigate and minimize safety risks.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence, aligning your efforts with the organization’s values, mission, strategic priorities, and policies.
• Participate in available coaching opportunities, regular one‑on‑one meetings with supervisor, performance evaluations, and goal setting.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and development by following talent development requirements and creating and following a professional development plan.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Enrolled in high school or equivalent.
• Demonstrated record of interest in working with children.

Skills and Requirements

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a timely, open, and clear manner.
• Reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use computers, software, and other technology tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Key Characteristics

• Mission‑driven and values‑based.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Upholds a commitment to equity, while striving to be anti‑racist and respectful of cultural differences with all stakeholders.
• Contributes to a purpose‑driven culture characterized by trust, inclusion, belonging, autonomy, and learning.
• Operates with excellence in mind in all matters.