Teen Center Director
Description:
Here is a chance to make a difference in the lives of our community’s youth: Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland’s mission is to develop our community’s youth into positive contributors to society. To that end, we provide programs and services that are tailored to the special needs of today’s youth and supplementary to the endeavors of our families, our schools, and other community-based organizations. We strive to insure that each of our young people is given the opportunity to reach her or his fullest potential as effective, goal-oriented young adults who will become responsible members of our society. We currently serve nearly 3,000 youth in Oakland with an outcome-driven Club experience in order to achieve our primary objectives: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship and Healthy Lifestyles.
We have three locations. The successful candidate will be based at the Anna Marie Whalen Branch – 3300 High Street, Oakland, CA. 94619 or the Ossian E. Carr Branch- 8530 International Blvd., Oakland, CA 94621
We value people, professionalism, initiative, integrity, responsibility and teamwork.
Job Summary:
Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of teen-oriented programs within a designated Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland Clubhouse. Plan, develop, oversee implementation and supervise departmental programs and program staff.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepare Youth for Success
Plan and oversee the administration of designated Clubhouse teen programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes
Establish Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.
Program Development and Implementation
Establish and maintain Clubhouse supplementary teen program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members. Ensure that departmental staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program; that they ensure program areas are safe, well ventilated and well lit; and that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
Ensure the evaluation of Club teen programs on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
Control departmental and other assigned program and activity expenditures within approved budget.
Supervision
Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff.
Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including: activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues.
Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.
Marketing and Public Relations
Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other branch activities as necessary.
May be required to drive Club van periodically.
May consult with parents concerning member and branch issues.
Qualifications:
Four year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
A minimum of five years work experience in a Boys or Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
Employment Status:
Part Time, Hourly
Salary Range:
Please include your salary requirements in your cover letter
(Actual starting salary within range depends upon experience)
Application:
Along with your cover letter and resume, include answers to these two questions:
What motivates you? Please include what aspects of the job requirements and perks, recognition and achievements motivate you.
Have you ever played a sport? If so, which sport and for how long? If not, what team activities have you been a part of?
~ Boys & Girls of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer ~
DISCLAIMER:
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.