Position Type: Part-Time
This position is designed to help youth become responsible, caring citizens and acquire skills to participate in the democratic process. Program participants also develop leadership skills and gain opportunities for planning, decision-making, contributing to the Club and community, and celebrating our national heritage.
- Planning and implementing a variety of Character and Leadership programs for members of all ages, including Keystone Clubs, Youth of the Year, Million Members Million Hours of Service, & Torch Club
- Recruiting and retaining youth for Character and Leadership programs
- Working with other staff in the club to help implement these programs throughout the school year
- Maintain a Student Advisory Committee
- Complete yearly service-learning projects
- Ensure programs, services, and activities prepare youth for success, promoting the safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the Club at all times. Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan by:
- Planning and organizing a range of program services and activities for members, such as field trips, program-specific activities, guest speakers, field trips, etc.
- Initiating new programs with the approval of the Program Director/Unit Director.
- Promoting and stimulating program participation.
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment, supervising members in the program area.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the program area.
- Maintain an inventory of program equipment and supplies in good order. Recommend requisitions as necessary.
- Prepare weekly reports for the Program Director/Unit Director regarding activities, special programs, upcoming events, attendance, and other reports as required.
- Maintains a daily written schedule. Ensures that programs begin and end on time.
- May participate in additional special programs and/or events.
- Evenings/weekend work may be involved.
- May be required to drive a Club van (Requires valid driver’s license & three-year clean driving record)
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
- Knowledge of youth development
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior issues
- Ability to work with the public
- Ability to plan and implement quality programs specific to Character and Leadership
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods; bending and squatting on occasion
- Ability to lift to 20 lbs. on occasion
- Ability to hear at a normal conversational level
- Ability to maintain high energy level when necessary
- High degree of emotional intelligence