What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Director position at Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods?
General Description: Under supervision of the Area Director (AD) the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods the Clubhouse Unit Director is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, an implementation of activities at the site, supervising personnel, the care and upkeep of the facility, and community relations. This includes ensuring that all policies and objectives of the organization are fulfilled and that the Club maintains a positive image in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Overall supervision and organization of programs based on needs and interests of youth, and consistent with the Boys & Girls Club philosophy
- Conducts regular evaluations of programs, reviews plans with Program Staff, and solicits input from members
- Recruits, trains, and supervises staff and regularly provides feedback and leadership to all staff.
- Assists in recruitment, training, and supervision for volunteers
- Promotes and markets programs and events to members, parents and community.
- Fulfills all administrative functions for the Club and provides timely and comprehensive information to the supervisor.
- Assists in preparation of annual budget and maintains oversight for Club budget
- Assures responsible care and maintenance of facility, including periodic inspection and risk management plan for staff
- Establishes programs that ensures the health and safety of members, including equipment maintenance instruction for staff and enforcing safety policies
- Provides guidance to members and maintains respectful communication with all members, staff, parents, and community
- Assures that Boys & Girls Club policies are followed, members are treated equally with regards to discipline and regular recognition is given
Skills needed:
- Ability to listen, motivate, energize, and maintain positive interactions with staff, community members and youth
- Ability to supervise and plan for the development and implementation of program activities in health and physical education, social recreation, education, and personal development, cultural enrichment, citizenship and leadership development, and outdoor and environmental education
- Knowledge of financial, operational, and programmatic systems preferably in nonprofit setting
- Knowledge of youth issues and assessment of needs or interests
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms
- Must have the means and capacity to run job-related errands
Experience/ Education required:
- Completion of four years of college with emphasis in psychology, sociology, education, or liberal arts
- Two years’ experience in supervising employees in highly interactive team setting
- Two years’ experience working with youth groups and related issues
- Preference for work experience with low-income, disadvantaged children
- Demonstrated experience in planning, developing, and implementing activities that provide social enrichment and personal development
- Demonstrated experience in community relationship-building and promotional marketing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Eureka, CA 95503 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Eureka, CA 95503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23