Lead Program Director-Kershaw (Horse Creek Academy/North Central Elementary

Lead Program Director (Part Time - seasonal) Position Classification: Part-Time; M-F 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm, no benefits (Under 30 participants) Lead Program Director positions are available at Horse Creek Academy in Camden and North Central Elementary School in Kershaw. General Function Responsible for overseeing the delivery of all program areas within the Club. Plans, develops, and manages program implementation. Supervises program staff and performs other related administrative duties. Serves as a liaison between parents, schools, community groups, and Club members. Works in partnership with the Executive/Area Director to ensure that a myriad of pro-social and youth development opportunities are available to all Club members. Provides orientation and goal setting for all Club members. Education and Experience Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Youth Development Field (or equivalent education and experience) and at least 1 year program management experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Understanding of the Organization's philosophy, vision, and goals Ability to deal with a diverse population of youth ages 4 to 18 Management and supervisory experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of all BGCA and local programs Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth Job Responsibilities Demonstrate and promote Core Values Implement Curriculum Recruit and retain participants to meet or exceed enrollment goals Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key partners and parents Supervise, provide/coordinate site staff training and staff development for program staff Organize, direct, implement, and evaluate programming, to include programs in Boys & Girls Clubs of America's five Core Program Areas Provide individual and group instruction Maintain discipline, arbitrate disputes, and enforce Club rules Facilitate all Club program staff meetings Manage/Delegate appropriate responsibilities to program staff Meet with volunteers and orientate them to the Club environment Assist with establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships Coordinate Public Relations and Membership Recruitment in targeted area Assist program staff in guiding Club members into making appropriate program choices Facilitate staff meetings Solicit input from staff, community, parents, volunteers, and Club members for improvement Manage the day-to-day operations of the Club Ensure that program data and surveys are managed and administered as needed Report to office at least weekly to check campus mailbox and submit paperwork Assist in account management process Complete paperwork, reports, and other administrative tasks as assigned Meet all stated deadlines Other duties as assigned Physical and Mental Requirements Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for four plus hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing, and use of PC. Environment & Working Conditions After school/recreational settings that include being in/out doors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support organization's fundraising events, trainings, and other activities. The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr