Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, marketing, and delivery of educational and recreational programming for Club members.
• Plan and implement programs and activities that fall under the Academic Success and Healthy Lifestyles outcome areas for Boys & Girls Club programs, which include but are not limited to, homework help, art projects, and field trips for middle/high school members.
• Deliver age-appropriate programs and activities for youth in grades 6-12. Coverage for elementary programs and activities may occur on occasion.
• Actively supervise areas to promote a safe and positive environment.
• Maintain a positive Boys & Girls Club culture with high energy, strong teamwork, and effective collaboration with other staff.
• Promote daily program participation.
• Maintain productive relationships with parents, staff, and other visitors to Club.
• Model positive behaviors for children and staff.
• Attend branch staff meetings and mandatory monthly all-staff trainings.
• Assume other tasks, assignments, and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth, parents/guardians and/or community partners.
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment.
• Excellent communication, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to de-escalate problems when present, and problem-solve during day-to-day activities.
• Ability to work in a busy, high-energy, kid-centric environment.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid certifications (course available upon hire).
• Must pass local and national background check and pre-employment drug screening (in accordance with RCW 49.44.240).

Preferred

• Valid driver’s license
• Combined experience and/or formal training, where: o Formal training and/or experience teaching youth while creating engaging learning experiences. o Experience working with youth and knowledge of youth development. o Boys & Girls Club experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English, allowing for effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients, partners, and team members.