The Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster
Position: Program Coordinator (Full-Time)
Supervisors: Clubhouse Director
Department: Core Staff
Hours: Monday-Friday, 12-8 p.m. (some weekends required)
Salary/Rate: $28,000-$30,000 per year
Location: Program Coordinators will be assigned to one Clubhouse but may be asked to cover at other Clubhouse locations when necessary.
General Function: Under the leadership of the Clubhouse Director, Program Coordinators plan, supervise, and lead structured activities that are designed to empower youth, ages 6-18, to excel in school, become good citizens, and lead healthy, productive lives.
Expectations:
Youth Development
• Be a responsible and positive adult role model
• Engage Club members with a high level of enthusiasm and energy
• Promote and motivate participation in Club activities through bulletin boards, posters, and word of mouth
• Inspire Club members to make good choices about their educational, personal, physical, social, and emotional needs
• Provide recognition to members through positive validations, healthy incentives, and affirmation on a regular basis Clubhouse Safety
• Set clear boundaries for Club members by enforcing Club rules and policies
• Continually monitor and supervise the safety and behavior of all Club members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Supervise food service operation Part-Time Staff Supervision
• Maintain clear communication about schedules and lesson plans with part-time staff
• Provide continuous guidance and coaching to part-time staff Professionalism
• Plan and adhere to the Clubhouse schedule
• Accurately track program attendance and outcomes
• Complete assigned tasks on time with minimal supervision
• Attend and make a positive contribution to team meetings and staff trainings
• Maintain smooth flow of communication with other staff and volunteers
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in youth development, education, or recreation (i.e. coaching) preferred
• Familiarity with the diverse population that the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster serves
Skills:
• Ability to adjust to a fast pace of work, think on your feet, and use common sense
• Ability to manage a group of kids with distractions/interruptions
• Ability to relate to and motivate youth of various ages
• Ability to resolve conflict and manage behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with families, staff, volunteers, and Club supporters
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to watch and listen to youth activities
• Ability to move easily across a variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces
• Ability to bend and lift a minimum 25 pounds