Program Aid/Specialist -Saluda River Academy of the Arts

BE Great; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Part time

Job summary

BE Great is seeking a part-time Program Specialist/Aid in West Columbia, SC for after-school programs. Hours are 2:00 PM–6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, 3–4 hours per day, with August–May schedule and varying summer hours. You will promote safety and quality of programs while supervising activities.

Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, guiding members, and mentoring youth and volunteers. First Aid/CPR certification is required; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or college degree required.
• 6 months to 2 years of program delivery experience.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to work with youth, staff, parents, and community leaders.

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

Skills

Staff coordination

Communication skills

Youth development

Bilingual EN/ES

Relationship building

Program delivery

Education

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Classification Part time; Monday-Friday between the hours of 2-6:30pm; 3-4 hours a day; $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 organization's fundraising events and activities.