Athletic Program Specialist at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area Inc

Job Title: Youth Development Specialist (Athletics Program)

Department: Programs

Reports to: Regional Director of Programs

Location: Albany / Troy Clubhouse Sites/Middle School Sites

Salary: Starting from $18/hr

Hours: Varies, 1pm-9pm M-F, weekends as necessary

Classification: Full Time Non-Exempt

Benefits: Vacation and sick time, 401K, health and dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability, retirement benefits and eligibility for additional third-party discounts

Organizational Values

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area, you'll find more than just a job. You'll be part of realizing our mission to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. Our team works together to ensure that youth in the Capital Area are given an opportunity to succeed and flourish in today's fast-paced environment.

Overview of Your Role

The Youth Development Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of BGCCA programs in our clubhouses and satellite locations (ie: school site). In addition, this position includes preparing youth for success by developing and implementing enrichment activities that focus on academic success, good character & citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. As a leadership role within the organization, Youth Development Specialists also serve on a rotating schedule of RMOD (relationship manager on duty) during teen clubhouse hours. RMODs serve as mentors and role models to teens and serve as a team lead for problem resolution, reporting, and member service.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Abides by organizational policies
• Abides by department policies

Schedule - Subject to change based on program, special events and outreach needs

Athletic and Health & Wellness -

• Facilitate the Triple Play curriculum through in-person guided lessons incorporating external resources and community partnerships.
• Organize and facilitate structured and drop sports leagues at clubhouses
• Create and implement health and wellness program for teens
• Ability to train YDP's in program implementation while serving as a Lead for data collection
• Serve as program lead for sports leagues and health and wellness activities
• Maintains relationships with school personnel and community partners
• Conducts day-to-day operations of their respective program
• Attend all monthly check ins and virtual meetings
• Responsible for cleanliness, inventory audit and
• Serves as the team leader during Clubhouse shift operations (Per-Diem)

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Leadership

• Oversee, support, and manage club members during program hours. ? Serve as a team assistant during assigned shifts during teen hours which may include helping members with registration and check in, monitoring behavior, troubleshooting problems, completing shift reports.
• Follow building opening and closing procedures.
• Assist with volunteer management when necessary.

Strategic Planning

• Deliver Boys & Girls Club programs to members in a fun and engaging manner, and support other programs as needed.
• Provide training and facilitate BGCCA club activities for after-school staff and members.
• Collaborate with the Regional Program Director to receive, create, and implement lesson plans during enrichment activities.
• Assist the Regional Program Director with developing and expanding new programs based on the needs and interests of youth.
• Collaborate with the Regional Program Director to facilitate, plan and execute BGCCA local in-house events.
• Adhere to grant reporting requirements.
• Document and photograph success stories.
• Chaperone and drive program participants on assigned field trips.

Resource Management

• Adhere to annual assigned budget outlined for the year
• Collaborate with the Regional Program Director to identify current and future budget needs
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues.
• Ensure programming and reporting meet any necessary grant requirements

Marketing and Public Relations

• Provide program information, pictures and stories to supervisors and/or marketing in a timely manner for program advertising
• Attend community / recruitment events

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonable within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

CREDENTIALS, SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Credentials, Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Background check clearance.
• Possession of a valid photo ID.
• One year of direct experience working with youth or teens

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 1 year of experience in Program Specialist field
• Valid NYS Drivers License

Training needed after job placement:

• Mandated Reporter Certification (training)
• CPR and First Aid (training)
• Safety Practices and Procedures (training)
• Principles related to development of youth (training)

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce. Persons from diverse backgrounds including communities of color, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community are encouraged to apply.

Compensation details: 18-19 Hourly Wage

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