Program Aid/Specialist - Newberry (Midlands)

Be GREAT Academy; South Carolina; On-site; USD 16,531 - 17,220; Part time

Job summary

A youth development organization is seeking a part-time Program Specialist/Aid Subs to oversee activities and programs in after-school and recreational settings in South Carolina. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or college degree along with some program delivery experience. The position is critical in providing guidance and fostering positive relationships with youth while ensuring the safety and quality of programs offered.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months to 2 years of program delivery experience.
• Comfortable performing multi-faceted projects with day-to-day activities.
• Must hold a current First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance, and program results.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to establish positive relationships with youth

Knowledge of youth development

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College degree

Job description

Overview

Classification Part time; Monday-Friday between the hours of 2-6:30pm; 3-4 hours a day; $12-$12.50 an hour; August-May; summer hours vary

General Function

Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs. Promote safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at all times. Program Specialist/Aid Subs will only report to work when needed to sites in their selected region.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, local community leaders, schools and churches
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of youth development.
• BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS
• Understand the Clubs' philosophy, vision and goals
• Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Minimum Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED or college degree. 6 months to 2 years program delivery experience. (Hourly rate depends on level of education/experience)

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote Core Values
• Implement Curriculum
• Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas
• Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits
• Mentor and inspire youth, adults and volunteers in the creative process
• Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance and program results
• Mandatory First Aid/CPR
• Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements

Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing and knowledge of the computer.

Environment & Working Conditions

After school/Recreational settings that include being in/out doors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support the organization's fundraising events and activities.