Club Director/Site Coordinator - After School Program (FHHS)

We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Club Director/Site Coordinator (CD) to lead and manage the after-school program at Forest Hill High School. The CD is responsible for the delivery of programs within a designated school Club, leading, managing, directing, and monitoring overall 21st CCLC program operations including safety, high quality programming, driving optimal club experience and service delivery/outcomes for Club Members. Other duties include staff and volunteer supervision, building relationships with families and the community, and supporting the recruitment and retention of students. Position requires being responsible for various administrative tasks, staff development, providing leadership and supervision.

Key Roles (Essential Responsibilities)

• Plan and oversee the administration of Club programs and activities that support Youth
  
  

Development Outcomes and all 21st CCLC objectives.

• Establish and maintain Club and 21st CCLC program goals that ensure the health and safety of
  
  

members. Ensure that Club staff understand and effectively communicate standards of programs; that

they ensure program areas are safe, well ventilated, and well lit; and that Club equipment is

maintained in good working condition.

• Direct members through training and guidance for positive growth and academic achievement,
  
  

according to their individual needs. Ensure members actively participate in a variety of programs.

• Develop, plan, execute and supervise a diversified youth development and academic support
  
  

program consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization.

• Manage 21st CCLC program and activity expenditures within approved budget.
• Provide the guidance necessary to maintain discipline and acceptable behaviors in the
  
  

Club.

• Evaluate programs, activities, staff, and volunteers to ensure the appropriateness, quality, and
  
  

effectiveness of services. Oversee the day-to-day activities in accordance with established

standards and goals. Collaborate with Club and school staff to evaluate program efficacy.

• Provide leadership to staff for better understanding and needs of the individual
  
  

member.

• Establish and conduct special programs to meet the needs of Club members.
• Increase visibility of the Club and the 21st CCLC program via posting of daily schedule,
  
  

announcements of upcoming events and dissemination of timely information for the development of

advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers, and media releases

• Promote and stimulate participation in Club and 21st CCLC membership, including the promotion
  
  

and coordination of inter-departmental activities and special events.

• Responsible for recruitment of students from eligible schools to ensure that contracted
  
  

participation levels are achieved.

• Plan, organize and conduct programs utilizing community resources in accordance with
  
  

all Club and grant guidelines, and organizational policies and procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of activities, programs, schedules, and members using computer
  
  

database/software.

• Recommend requisition of supplies and equipment and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist in the supervision of the care, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment, building and
  
  

grounds.

• Manage and maintain facilities and equipment, and ensure productive work environment,
  
  

maintaining an inventory of all program equipment and keeping them locked and secure during

non-program hours.

• Administer CPR & first aid as necessary.
  
  

Relationships

• Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer) Club
  
  

members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain

guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

• External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others
  
  

to assist in resolving challenges.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in education, recreation, social work, psychology or a related field or
  
  

relevant experience.

• Master’s degree or masters level course work in education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in planning and supervising programs and activities based on the
  
  

developmental needs of youth.

• Knowledge of K-12 public education.
• Ability to supervise and motivate students in a fluid environment.
• Ability to enforce Boys & Girls Clubs rules and policies in a fair and equitable
  
  

manner.

• Strong leadership skills (management/supervisory experience).
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and listening) and strong conflict resolution
  
  

skills.

• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word).
• Strong administrative skills/experience required.
• Certificate of first aid and CPR (or willing to receive training and certification).
• Valid Florida driver’s license – must be able to meet insurance requirements.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms.
• climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
  
  

vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Company Description

Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone -they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The twenty Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is to inspire and assist all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.