Teen Program Assistant

Title: Teen Program Assistant

Department: Programs

Reports To: Program Director

Status: Non-Exempt/Part-time 20-25 hours

Compensation: $20-22

Are you passionate about working with teens? Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our Sonoma Valley Youth in grades 7th-12th. BGCSV is recruiting Program Assistants for our club programs at our sites in Sonoma.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of our Program Directors, this position will support our programs for teens in the valley. Program Assistants provide direct service to our club members. Qualified candidates will be passionate about youth development, possess special skills or interests that they are enthusiastic about sharing with our members, such as artistic or athletic abilities, and have experience working with youth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the care, safety, and supervision of youth grades 7th-12th grade.
• Work with Program Coordinator/Director in developing and implementing daily program(s) activities compatible with Boys & Girls Clubs core values and department themes.
• Responsible for always ensuring the safety and well-being of all members.
• Supervising members to ensure that programs adhere to Club philosophy and run effectively.
• Responsible for maintaining the facility, equipment, and supplies.
• Complete safety incident or accident reports for any accident or incident or reoccurring behavior problems.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Employee Handbook and elsewhere.
• Adhere to Boys & Girls Club philosophy.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate, some college preferred.
• Available Monday-Friday 2 pm to 7pm
• Flexible and patient
• Basic understanding of various stages of child development.
• Ability to pass the Sonoma Valley Unified School District’s instructional aide test with a 70% or better.
• Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance and provide a negative TB test.
• Ability to provide a negative Tuberculosis test.
• Complete and pass mandated reporter training.
• Ability to lift or carry items up to 40 lbs.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with teens in a group setting.
• Able to program a variety of activities for children ages 12-18 years.
• Ability to be certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Bilingual a plus