Program Director

The Downtown Club Of Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Resumo da vaga

The Downtown Club Of Santa Barbara is seeking a programs leader to oversee education, social recreation, character and leadership, and physical education programs for youth.

You will plan, develop, implement and supervise club activities and staff to meet safety and developmental goals, ensuring engaging experiences for members.

A four-year degree and at least two years of relevant leadership experience are preferred; CPR/First Aid are required.

Qualificações

• Four-year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

Responsabilidades

• Prepare Youth for Success: Plan and oversee the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.
• Establish Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members.
• Program Development and Implementation: Establish and maintain Clubhouse program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members.
• Ensure site staff understand and effectively communicate program standards; ensure program areas are safe, well-ventilated, and well-lit; and ensure club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• Control Clubhouse program and activity expenditures within the approved budget.
• Supervision: Allocate and monitor work assigned to program staff and volunteers, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal.
• Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned staff and volunteers.
• Oversee proper record-keeping and reporting, including programs, activities, and events conducted.
• Breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems and/or issues.
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.
• Marketing and Public Relations: Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases.
• ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: May oversee special programs and/or events, and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary.
• May be required to drive the Club van periodically.
• May consult with parents concerning member and branch issues.
• May handle deposits and banking transactions.
• Other duties as assigned

Conhecimentos

Strong communication

Group leadership

Organizational skills

Staff supervision

Formação

Bachelor's degree in related field

Descrição da vaga

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Oversee the delivery of a broad range of programs within the Club, such as Education, Social Recreation, Character & Leadership, and Physical Education. Plan, develop, oversee implementation, and supervise programs and program staff.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

• 1. Plan and oversee the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:
• Establish Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members.

Program Development and Implementation

• 2. Establish and maintain Clubhouse program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members. Ensure site staff understand and effectively communicate program standards; ensure program areas are safe, well-ventilated, and well-lit; and ensure club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• 3. Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• 4. Control Clubhouse program and activity expenditures within the approved budget.

Supervision

• 5. Allocate and monitor work assigned to program staff and volunteers, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned staff and volunteers.
• 6. Oversee proper record-keeping and reporting, including programs, activities, and events conducted. Breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems and/or issues.
• 7. Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.

Marketing and Public Relations

• 8. Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. May oversee special programs and/or events, and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary.
• 2. May be required to drive the Club van periodically.
• 3. May consult with parents concerning member and branch issues.
• 4. May handle deposits and banking transactions.
• 5. Other duties as assigned

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.

External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others to assist in resolving problems.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Four-year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities, or working conditions required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The following statements regularly apply to the position:

• Employee is required to possess a valid driver’s license and is occasionally required to transport members in a company vehicle
• To accomplish the position functions, the individual is required to work:
  • Irregular hours - Occasionally
  • Afternoons/Evenings - Regularly
  • Weekends – Occasionally