What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship position at Boys & Girls Club Of Lancaster Inc?
General Function: Under the leadership of the Clubhouse Director and Program Director, Interns will be trained and assist with structured activities that are designed to empower youth to excel in school, become good citizens, and lead healthy, productive life styles. Interns will be encouraged to determine an area of focus that aligns with their elected major.
Areas of Service:
- Homework help/Tutoring
- STEM
- Arts & Crafts
- Sports & Rec
- Public Health
- Music
Expectations:
Youth Development
- Engage Club members with a high level of enthusiasm and energy
- Inspire students to make good choices about their educational, personal, physical, social, and emotional needs
- Promote and motivate participation in activities
- Be a responsible and positive adult role model
- Provide recognition to students through positive validations and affirmation on a regular basis
- Help students stay on-task and focused on the lesson
Safety & Supervision
- Set clear boundaries for Club members by enforcing Club rules and policies
- Continually monitor and supervise the safety and behavior of all Club members in assigned program area
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Professionalism
- Adhere to the Clubhouse schedule
- Accurately track program attendance and outcomes
- Complete assigned tasks on time with minimal supervision
- Report concerns relating to Club members, families, staff, or facilities to the Director
Skills:
- Ability to adjust to a fast pace of work, think on your feet, and use common sense
- Ability to manage a group of kids with distractions/interruptions
- Ability to relate to and motivate youth of various ages
- Ability to resolve conflict and manage behavior
- Ability to communicate effectively with families, staff, volunteers, and Club supporters
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to direct and lead youth program activities
Compliance
- Clearances
- FBI Department of Human Services
- PA Criminal History
- PA Child Abuse
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Boys & Girls Club of America
- Register for Account
- Complete Foundations Safety Training (45 minutes)
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to watch and listen to youth activities
- Ability to move easily across a variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces
- Ability to bend and lift a minimum 25 pounds