Youth Coordinator - Washington (4087)

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley; Manitowoc (WI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley seeks an Unit Coordinator to partner with the Unit/Program Director to manage daily operations at school‑based Club sites. You will focus on programs, service delivery, facilities, and data collection to support youth development outcomes.

You will lead program staff, foster partnerships with caregivers and community partners, and ensure equitable, trauma‑informed practices while aligning with the organization’s mission and goals.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent preferred in Education or Human Services.
• 2 years’ experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar program supervision.
• Understanding youth development, behavior management, and program management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations at school-based sites with emphasis on programs and service delivery.
• Coordinate with Unit/Program Director to implement and evaluate programs.
• Promote equity and trauma‑informed practices in daily operations.
• Maintain accurate records, data collection/entry and grant compliance.
• Lead and develop program staff and foster teamwork and collaboration.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliable transportation

Computer skills

Relationship building

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Computers/Software

Job description

Position Overview

The Unit Coordinator works in partnership with the Unit/Program Director to manage overall daily operations of the Boys & Girls Club at school-based sites with the primary concern for programs and service delivery, facilities management, and data collection/entry. Unit Coordinators function as lead staff with emphasis on supporting member needs and behavior management and maintaining respectful and collaborative relationships with caregivers and community partners.

Essential Job Functions

Operations

• Work closely with the Unit/Program Director regarding the implementation and delivery ofprograms, services and activities that facilitate achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Use a Continuous Improvement mindset to optimize effectiveness and relevancy to the schoolcommunity.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate programs to ensure grant compliance and sustainability.
• Create a welcoming environment that promotes an Optimal Club Experience featuring: Supportiverelationships with caring adults, a safe positive environment, recognition, opportunity, and fun & asense of belonging.
• Provides leadership to program staff and promotes and develops leadership skills in members.
• Collaborate with internal teams and departments to align goals and strategies and to foster aculture of cooperation and teamwork.
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to the effective implementation of continuousimprovement 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'sstrategic priorities.
• Support team development and performance, inclusive of but not limited to active listening, teambased learning, recognition, fun, and transparent communications.
• Strive to meet and surpass the expectations of youth, families, staff, volunteers, Board, funders,and other key stakeholders.
• Support the planning, implementation, execution, and evaluation of special projects.
• Focus efforts on promoting equity, engaging in trauma-informed and continuous improvementpractices, and doing what is needed to help the communities the organization serves become greatplaces for all children and youth to grow and thrive.
• Actively and substantially contribute to a healthy organizational culture characterized by the coreelements of trust, inclusion, belonging, autonomy, position mastery, and purpose.
• Finish work by established deadlines within the framework of established guidelines and policies.
• Address issues and concerns in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner.
• Ensure records are up-to date, accurate, and organized.
• Prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in a way that meets daily responsibilitieswhile continuing to work toward longer-term objectives.

Resource Development

• Work to understand how your actions and contributions to quality work and to maximization of resources enhance the organization’s fundraising efforts and its overall financial health.
• Support fundraising, donor stewardship, and Board engagement activities.

Safety and Risk Management

• Ensure a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Plan programming with mandated ratios and supervision of youth procedures to minimizeopportunities for incidents.
• Assist with implementing uniformity in expectations and behavioral protocols across the Club tomaintain a safe and positive environment.
• Ensure current safety practices meet or exceed organizational requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of new or amended policies, practices, andprocesses that further mitigate and minimize safety risks.

Talent Development

• Provide support in strength-based onboarding experiences for new staff that allow for shadowingand skill development.
• 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 your supervisor,performance evaluations, and goal setting.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and development by following talent developmentrequirements and creating and following a professional development plan.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The Unit Coordinator requires a majority combination of the following:

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in Education, Human Services or a related field preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activitiesbased on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated record of understanding regarding youth development principles, behaviormanagement, outcome evaluation, and program management.

Skills and Requirements

• Ability to make policy driven decisions quickly in effectively engaging with members and parents,including behavioral conversations.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a timely, open, and clearmanner.
• 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

• Is 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 culturaldifferences with all stakeholders.
• Contributes to a purpose-driven culture characterized by trust, inclusion, belonging, autonomy, andlearning.
• Operates with excellence in mind in all matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.