Teen Services Coordinator
Under the direction of the Boys & Girls Clubhouse Director, the Teen Services Coordinator will be responsible for implementing teen programs and developing local resources for Club members ages 12-18. Programs will foster positive identity; education, employment, social, emotional and cultural competencies; community and civic involvement; health and life skills and a moral compass. Hours are from roughly 10:30 am - 7 pm Monday - Friday, administrative time is given in the morning and program hours are from 3:30 - 7. Abilities
• Provide year-round teen program planning, seek out BGCA program opportunities, including conducting, monitoring and accessing teen interest surveys and input to obtain and maintain effective programming.
• Assist in the promotion and interpretation of the Club philosophies, methods and accomplishments as it relate to teen programming.
• Provide employment, health, life skills and training opportunities to Club teens using needsbased and interest-based programs.
• Assist with the promotion and implementation of all other teen program initiatives that reinforce a positive self-identity. • Compile state-of-the-art teen resources, information and data to address current and future trends affecting teens.
• Participate in Club staff and advisory meetings to ensure teen interests and concerns are addressed in a manner consistent with, and in conformance with, the mission and policies of the Boys & Girls Club.
• Serve as a positive adult role model at all Club, local and national events.
• Serve as a liaison with BGCA Teen Services to maximize resources available for service to teens.
• Collaborate annually with other statewide Club staff to enhance teen programming.
• Assist with any additional projects as assigned by Club management.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Club's employee handbook and elsewhere.
• Coordinate and transport teens in Club vehicles for field trips, experiences, and programs. Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation, behavioral sciences, education, administration or related fields.
- Minimum of three years working with children and adolescents, with at least one year of program management experience, preferably in designing and implementing programs for teens.
- Valid driver's license, ability to pass a pre-driving drug test, ability to obtain a Class B drivers license
Abilities
• Excellent human relations, verbal and written communications skills.
• Have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and the Internet.
• Ability to collaborate with other community-based teen organizations and social service agencies.
• Knowledge of programs and resources available to create a well-rounded teen program and the ability to establish positive peer working relationships.
• Ability to organize teen outreach events, including high school recruitment presentations. Capability to communicate the goals and objectives of the Club’s teen initiative.
Environmental and Working Conditions
Normal internal office environment. Must be able to work weekends and evenings. Possess skills to maintain up-to-date bulletin boards reflecting needs and interests of Club/community teen population. The model Teen Coordinator will thrive in an extraordinarily fast-paced environment that features constant change, flexibility and a need to be innovative and creative.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing for more than four hours each day, other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned. Necessary mental requirements include: concentration and focus on teen outreach and membership objectives.
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