Organization Description: Here is a chance to make a difference in the lives of our communitys youth: Boys & Girls Clubs of Oaklands mission is to develop our communitys youth into positive contributors to society. To that end we provide programs and services that are tailored to the special needs of todays 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 3000 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.
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: 1. 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. 2. May be required to drive Club van periodically. 3. May consult with parents concerning member and branch issues.
Qualifications:
At minimum currently enrolled in college working towards an AA or BA degree.
A minimum of two 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 Salary Range: $20.00 to $25.00 an hour Benefit Package: PaidSick Leave Training
Please send to: Boys & Girls of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer
Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Our Mission
The purpose of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland is to develop our communitys youth into positive contributors to society.
To accomplish its purpose Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland (BGCO) provides programs and services tailored to the special needs of todays youth and supplementary to the endeavors of families our schools and other community-based organizations.
BGCO is an autonomous member of Boys & Girls Clubs of America the national youth development Movement which seeks to enable all young people those who need us most in particular to reach their full potential as productive caring responsible citizens. To fulfill its local mission BGCO delivers outcome-driven Club experiences and incorporates the Five Key Elements for Positive Youth Development a safe positive environment; fun; supportive relationships; opportunities and expectations; and recognition into its service delivery system; ensures the delivery of high-yield activities and targeted programs; and increases the regular attendance participation and retention of its registered student-members with emphasis on attracting and holding the interest of teens.
Continuing at the forefront of its field and endeavoring to deepen the impact of its youth development services BGCOs stretch goal continues as to engage and service the significant and changing needs of up to 4000 youth toward our objective of engaging 10% of our Oakland Unified School Districts enrollment; then ensuring that each can read at grade level by third grade and graduates from high school on time.
Join boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland and be the difference!
Every day of your professional life will be satisfying when you apply your energies and resources toward the development of girls and boys. You will have the unique opportunity to help kids and teens develop as you acquire meaningful skills and experience.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland aims to attract train and retain a qualified diverse staff of talented capable and committed professionals. Ultimately we strive to create an organization where inclusion and equal access is demonstrated at all levels of operation and administration.
Our staff plan execute and organize specialized programming in five core areas: character and leadership development; education and career development; health and life skills; the arts; and sports fitness and recreation with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide a safe place and to develop out communitys youth into positive contributors to society.
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