Youth Programs Lead — After-School & Development

Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City; Holts Summit (MO); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City seeks a Program Lead at the Burcham Youth Center in Holts Summit, MO. This part-time role supports youth development and safety while managing after-school activities. Hours are 1-6 PM, Monday through Friday.

The role involves guiding staff, coordinating programs and reports, supporting meals programs, and fostering positive relationships with youth and partners. You will also help prepare youth for success, participate in professional development, and ensure

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in youth guidance and development programs preferred.
• CPR and first aid certified or willing to become certified.
• Proven management skills; ability to supervise club staff and volunteers.
• Knowledge of and access to community organizations and assistance agencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and desire to work with youth in a variety of environments.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently without direct supervision.
• Passes background screening and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and development for part-time staff; assists in preparing newly hired staff to work with program participants, helps frontline staff members understand their roles, and contributes to a positive work culture.
• Assists with food service, kitchen staff, and the CACFP & SFSP food programs at the unit/site.
• Coordinates evidence-based programs that align with the Boys & Girls Clubs goals and objectives to strengthen academic success in members.
• Assists with paperwork and reports including attendance, program reports, and the remind app.
• Ensures implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and goals while maintaining a safe, positive environment necessary for youth development.
• Communicates with a strength-based approach to develop positive relationships with all youth.
• Respects and honors cultural and human diversity.
• Identifies potential risk and protective factors for youth.
• Demonstrates the qualities of a positive role model.
• Helps develop STEM and other curricula, and organizes binders for teams.
• Assists with YDP trainings.
• Attends Spillet, DESE, and other leadership trainings.
• Maintains close, daily contact with Club professional staff to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives, and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information.
• Communicates with members as needed to discipline, advise, and counsel.
• Assists in the development and program implementation of grant-funded programs.
• Must work the listed hours and be responsible for closing program/building.
• Fills in where needed at any site.

Job description

Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City seeks a Program Lead at the Burcham Youth Center in Holts Summit, MO. This part-time role supports youth development and safety while managing after-school activities. Hours are 1-6 PM, Monday through Friday.

The role involves guiding staff, coordinating programs and reports, supporting meals programs, and fostering positive relationships with youth and partners. You will also help prepare youth for success, participate in professional development, and ensure