What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Specialist position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada?
This Is a Required Driving Position
Our Club staff colleagues are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders and ambassadors. They don't just open the doors of our Clubs - they open the door to new worlds and possibilities for kids and communities across Southern Nevada. When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, you become part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational.
And we love what we do!
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Location: James Club 2530 East Carey Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89030
The Teen Specialist is responsible for overseeing all teen programs at their assigned Clubhouse(s). This includes planning, development, reporting, and implementation of these programs in collaboration with the Programs team. The Teen Specialist also assists with other operational functions of the Clubhouse and may serve as acting Clubhouse supervisor in the absence of the Clubhouse Director and Assistant Clubhouse Director.
The essential job duties for this role include:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Full-time benefit eligibility after the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and Employee Assistance Program. Employment with BGCSNV may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Drug testing and fingerprint-based background checks are required as conditions of employment. An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace
Our Club staff colleagues are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders and ambassadors. They don't just open the doors of our Clubs - they open the door to new worlds and possibilities for kids and communities across Southern Nevada. When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, you become part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational.
And we love what we do!
If you love to:
- Lead and teach new skills. Our Specialists develop and deliver programming to youth members aged 13-18
- Serve Youth
- Think on your feet, learn new things, and can adapt quickly. When things change - and they will - you go with the flow and are productive.
- Commit to continuous improvement and has a desire to constantly seek the best ways to get things done.
- Create positive and supportive relationships with our youth, families, Club staff, executive team, Board members, community groups and related youth development partners.
- Have fun! We work in an atmosphere that is fun, energetic and engaging!
Location: James Club 2530 East Carey Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89030
The Teen Specialist is responsible for overseeing all teen programs at their assigned Clubhouse(s). This includes planning, development, reporting, and implementation of these programs in collaboration with the Programs team. The Teen Specialist also assists with other operational functions of the Clubhouse and may serve as acting Clubhouse supervisor in the absence of the Clubhouse Director and Assistant Clubhouse Director.
The essential job duties for this role include:
- Plan, create, and oversee the administration of teen and assigned programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:
- Establish teen program objectives through collaboration with the Programs team that align with organizational goals and mission.
- Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
- Ensure members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive respect, recognition, instruction, and constructive feedback to develop skills in all program areas.
- Demonstrate leadership in relation to members, parents/guardians, Youth Development Professionals, and visitor conduct and safety to ensure a proper environment for member development.
- Serve as a mentor/role model for members.
- Promote and communicate programs, activities, events, and field trips to members and families.
- Enforce and abide by Clubhouse rules, organization policies, procedures, and practices.
- Drive Club vans periodically.
- Maintain a professional appearance and bearing reflective of the high standards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization working with middle school and/or high school aged youth.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and/or Google suite of productivity applications (Word, Excel, Forms, Outlook, etc.).
- Ability to deal effectively with multi-age groups of children, small groups of children in activities and free play, and large groups of children in organized activities.
- Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for the safety, well-being, and output of others.
- Strong communication skills
Full-time benefit eligibility after the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and Employee Assistance Program. Employment with BGCSNV may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Drug testing and fingerprint-based background checks are required as conditions of employment. An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace
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