What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workforce Development Program Leader - WFD Center position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati?
Primary Function: To plan and implement programs for Club members in accordance with BGCGC’s mission, with emphasis on the Graduate, Fit for Life, Ready to Serve program model. Programs are facilitated through the Youth Program Quality Intervention (YPQI) tool, developed by the Weikert Center for Youth Program Quality. Provide and ensure the delivery of programs reflecting the Workforce Development model of Education, Exploration, and Engagement.
Essential Job Responsibilities
We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio. Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing. Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs. Requires ability to use computer, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines.
Education/Experience Requirement
High School Diploma or GED required. College degree preferred. A minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.
Skills/Knowledge Required:.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Provide individual guidance and establish relationships with members that are conducive to their growth and development.
- Create fun and engaging programs that reflect BGCA programs and member interests.
- Create weekly program schedule that reflects the program model, continuous quality improvement, and WFD components.
- Stimulate interest in the program through personal engagement, skilled instruction, special events, tournaments, contests and member recognition.
- Provide supervision and direction to Assistant Program Leaders.
- Ensure relative program areas are clean, orderly and safe.
- Keep ongoing inventory of supplies and materials needed to conduct effective programming.
- Participate in professional development trainings as required BGCGC and YPQI.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the WFDC Program Coordinator or WFDC Director.
- Maintains close contact with WFDC Program Coordinator, WFDC Director and other Club staff, volunteers and parents.
- Work collaboratively with other Program Leaders, Leadership Staff, and program partners to enhance program development.
- Actively participate in professional development training.
We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio. Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing. Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs. Requires ability to use computer, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines.
Education/Experience Requirement
High School Diploma or GED required. College degree preferred. A minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.
Skills/Knowledge Required:.
- Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards.
- Ability to work with a team.
- An understanding of the needs and interests of young people.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to interact with young people in a positive way, particularly as it relates to behavior issues.
- Maintain a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude at the worksite.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Part-time employment (Hours range between 2pm-8pm)
- Preferred Availability: Candidates with availability on Tuesdays and Thursdays are encouraged to apply
- Hourly rate: $17.00/hour
- Great Benefits including Paid PTO and holidays
Salary : $17