Youth Programs Leader: Site & Team Coverage

Boys & Girls Club of Milford Inc; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of Milford Inc is seeking an energetic Alternate Site Director to lead the Simon Lake Unit and support school-based sites and the Teen Center as needed. You will oversee daily operations, guide staff, and build strong relationships with members and families while ensuring safe, engaging programs.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in youth work and 2+ years in supervision, with a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience with children/teens in youth development or related setting.
• At least two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Recreation, Social Work, Youth Development, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between BGCM program locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Club operations and provide leadership coverage when a director is unavailable.
• Support, guide, and supervise program staff throughout the day.
• Build positive relationships with members and communicate with parents/guardians.
• Respond to behavioral concerns, injuries, incidents, and accidents following BGCM procedures.
• Open and/or close program locations as scheduled.
• Lead games, activities, enrichment programs, or member groups when needed.
• Ensure safety supervision, attendance, headcounts, transitions, and dismissal procedures.
• Help staff problem-solve and adjust schedules, staffing, or programming as needed.
• Travel to BGCM school sites or Teen Center for coverage.
• Communicate concerns, staffing needs, and updates to Club leadership.
• Create a positive, welcoming, safe, and engaging environment for members and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education/Child Development/Human Services/Recreation/Social Work/Youth Development

Job description

The Boys & Girls Club of Milford Inc is seeking an energetic Alternate Site Director to lead the Simon Lake Unit and support school-based sites and the Teen Center as needed. You will oversee daily operations, guide staff, and build strong relationships with members and families while ensuring safe, engaging programs.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in youth work and 2+ years in supervision, with a relevant degree.