Workforce Development Program Leader - Buenger Club

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati seeks a part-time Program Leader to plan and implement engaging programs for Club members. With responsibilities including individual guidance, creating weekly schedules, and maintaining program areas, this role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with preference given to candidates holding a college degree. Candidates must possess strong communication and organizational skills, and ideally, have experience in youth development. An hourly rate of $16.00 and great benefits including paid PTO and holidays are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs for Club members.
• Provide individual guidance and establish relationships.
• Create engaging programs reflecting member interests.
• Ensure programs are clean, orderly, and safe.

Skills

Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual

Ability to work with a team

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Understanding of young people's needs

Ability to interact positively with youth

Maintain a positive work attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Primary Function

To plan and implement programs for Club members in accordance with BGCGC’s mission, with emphasis on the Graduate, Fit for Life, Ready to Serve program model. Programs are facilitated through the Youth Program Quality Intervention (YPQI) tool, developed by the Weikert Center for Youth Program Quality. Provide and ensure the delivery of programs reflecting the Workforce Development model of Education, Exploration, and Engagement.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provide individual guidance and establish relationships with members that are conducive to their growth and development.
• Create fun and engaging programs that reflect BGCA programs and member interests.
• Create weekly program schedule that reflects the program model, continuous quality improvement, and WFD components.
• Stimulate interest in the program through personal engagement, skilled instruction, special events, tournaments, contests and member recognition.
• Provide supervision and direction to Assistant Program Leaders.
• Ensure relative program areas are clean, orderly and safe.
• Keep ongoing inventory of supplies and materials needed to conduct effective programming.
• Participate in professional development trainings as required by BGCGC and YPQI.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the WFDC Program Coordinator or WFDC Director.

Collaboration/Relationships

• Maintain close contact with WFDC Program Coordinator, WFDC Director and other Club staff, volunteers and parents.
• Work collaboratively with other Program Leaders, Leadership Staff, and program partners to enhance program development.
• Actively participate in professional development training.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio. Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing. Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs. Requires ability to use computer, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines.

Education/Experience Requirement

High School Diploma or GED required. College degree preferred. A minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards.
• Ability to work with a team.
• An understanding of the needs and interests of young people.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with young people in a positive way, particularly as it relates to behavior issues.
• Maintain a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude at the worksite.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Position Details

• Part-time employment (Hours range between 2pm-8pm)
• Hourly rate: $16.00/hour
• Great Benefits including Paid PTO and holidays