Teen Program Coordinator

Job Summary

About Us

For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Club Director, the Teen Program Coordinator has delegated responsibility for developing, implementing, supervising, evaluating, and monitoring Club programs for teens ages 13-20. The scope of work includes teen programming implemented both on-site at standalone BGCDE facilities and those implemented at satellite locations, including schools and various community organizations. The Teen Program Coordinator provides supervision and leadership to designated teen program staff. This position will collaborate with other Teen services staff and Club staff to ensure consistent, comprehensive teen programming happens throughout the Club, increasing the reach of BGCDE.

Essential Functions:

• Using a regionalized approach, plan, implement and evaluate a diverse offering of daily teen programming available to teens throughout the community; collaborate with the Club Director to set goals and establish systems to execute on department objectives.
• Collaborate with other Teen program leaders, Club leadership and staff to create a collaborative approach to programming and ensure achievement of program outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Club Director, create and support systems for measuring program quality, implement appropriate planning processes to ensure continual improvement, and develop strategies for program delivery and outcome measurement, while ensuring a well-organized and coordinated teen program.
• Plan, facilitate, and support programs and events throughout the assigned region and statewide as required.
• Assist in the financial, grant management, and resource development of the Teen Services department and, specifically, programs related to teens.
• Contribute to positive brand image of BGCDE and the organization's drive to be the leading youth-serving organization in communities throughout the state.
• Assure that administrative duties are completed in a thorough and timely manner
• Work in collaboration and support of the Club Director to establish systems to maintain equipment and other resources related to teen programming.
• Support systems to maintain facilities in collaboration with Club Directors and other assigned Club staff.
• Ensure all teen program staff understand, receive ongoing training, and adhere to BGCDE safety and security policies and procedures.
• Within guidelines and expectations of the Area Director and Club Director, grow teen membership and participation, and seek and develop collaborative partners and strategic alliances in the local community and county.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferred or the equivalent year of experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience effectively managing or delivering programs to youth ages 13-20.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the designated region and occasionally, in other parts of the state; must have less than 5 points on DMV and be willing to drive company vehicles (e.g. 10-passenger van).
• Competencies/Skills/Experience:
• Demonstrated ability to organize and execute on programming for youth in Middle School and High School.
• Ability to develop a positive self-image in Boys & Girls Club members.
• Demonstrated verbal and written competency.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, recruit and train volunteers and mentor youth.
• Knowledge of budgeting and resource management.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Work Hours: Monday -Friday; 12:00pm-9:00pm, Occasional weekend events as needed.

FT Employee Benefits Incentives

All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. He/she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his/her supervisor.


Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Pay Range: $18.18 - $22.73 per hour