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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 tothey 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 decisionmaking skills. Position Summary Under the supervision of the County Teen Director the Teen Programs Coordinator has delegated responsibility for developing implementing supervising evaluating and monitoring Club and regional programs for teens ages 1320. The scope of work includes teen programming implemented both onsite at standalone BGCDE facilities and those implemented at satellite locations including schools and various community organizations. The Teen Programs Coordinator provides supervision and leadership to designated teen program staff within a region. This position will collaborate with other IPT staff and Club staff to ensure consistent comprehensive teen programming happens throughout the Club and region 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 region; collaborate with County Teen Director to set goals and establish systems to execute on department objectives.
- Collaborate with other IPT leaders Club leadership and staff to create a collaborative regional approach to programming and ensure achievement of program outcomes.
- Under the direction of the County Teen 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 wellorganized and coordinated regional teen program.
- Plan facilitate and support programs and events throughout the assigned region and statewide as required.
- Assist in the financial management and resource development of the IPT department and specifically programs related to teens.
- Contribute to positive brand image of BGCDE and the organizations drive to be the leading youthserving 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 IPT Operations Coordinator 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 regional teen program staff understand receive ongoing training and adhere to BGCDE safety and security policies and procedures.
- Within guidelines and expectations of the IPT Vice President of Operations and County Teen Director grow teen membership and participation and seek and develop collaborative partners and strategic alliances in the region.
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.
- Bachelors Degree in related field preferred.
- Minimum three 3 years of experience effectively managing or delivering programs to youth ages 1320.
- Must possess a valid drivers 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. 10passenger 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 selfimage 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; 12pm 8pm 10pm on Fridays); flexibility is required. 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 nondisqualifying 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.
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