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TITLE: Academic Enrichment- Youth Development Professional
DEPARTMENT: Programs
SUPERVISOR: Club Director
STATUS: Part-time, Non-exempt
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta is offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team. We rely on the dedication of caring team members to provide a safe, nurturing environment for kids to learn and grow. Our staff are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders and ambassadors. Are you ready to join a team of passionate individuals who are working to make a difference in the lives of kids in our community?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Youth Development Professional plans, organizes, promotes, implements, supervises and evaluates activities provided within the Academic Enrichment program. Ensures data is put into the tracking system and reports are submitted.
KEY ROLES & ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish weekly/monthly programs calendar consistent with organizational goals and mission.
Develop a schedule of programs that will be presented at the site for the week and month and keep staff notebook updated using the Youth Development report form for each activity conducted.
Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of programs activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program areas.
Create an environment that promotes and stimulates program participation.
Register new members and participate in their club orientation.
Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Effectively implement and administer programs, service and activities for drop-in members.
Monitor services and activities to ensure the safety of members and maintain the appearance of the facility.
Ensure the evaluation of the Academic Enrichment program on a continual basis and ensure programs/activities respond to members’ needs.
May participate in special programs and/or events.
Participate as part of a team to run quality programs by helping where needed or directed, which may include driving the Club van.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions.
External: Maintains contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.
