High School Coordinator

Position Summary:

The High School Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of a broad range of programs for high school youth within a designated Club, including programs in the areas of Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills, the Arts and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. Provide leadership and supervision to program and volunteer staff; manage budgets and control expenses as assigned. Maintain and review roster and ledger of registered teen members. Manage Career Development program, Mentoring program, and program volunteer planning and implementation. Plan and execute activities scheduled for member school visits, teen member recruitment, development of teen member exposure and opportunities in general and per member’s interest.

Essential Responsibilities:

Preparing Youth for Success

• Establish programs, activities and services that Prepare Youth for Success
• Create a Club environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes

Health and Safety

• Ensure a healthy and safe environment
• Ensure that facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained

Program Development and Implementation

• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate programs, services and activities, including 10 week lesson plans for staff’s implementation

Supervision

• Supervise the performance of assigned program volunteers and part-time staff

Technology

• Update and maintain skills in use of current technology and information management systems

Partnership Development

• Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations

Marketing and Public Relations

• Develop and maintain public relations

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to teens, volunteers and part-time staff
• Provide leadership at special program and/or events, including First Jobs and Life Coach mentoring programs specific for teens
• Provide training and orientation of teens and volunteers for special programs, including First Jobs
• Provide on-going feedback and recognition of teens’ progress and assist them at meeting designated benchmarks
• Track and monitor teens’ progress and report information to appropriate staff for Visions software data input and the teens’ Personal Portfolio management
• Serve as liaison for adult support systems (Mentors, Job Coaches, Mentors, Parents, School Counselors, etc.) assigned to teens
• Market and promote “The Club” concept to teens and prospective business partners and supporters
• Develop and implement a plan for the recruitment and retention of Teen members

Budget Responsibilities

• Control expenditures against an assigned budget
• Direct budget responsibilities to authorize expenditures of agreed-upon budget program lines items as approved by Unit Director

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly Club staff meetings
• May be assigned special projects and other duties periodically by Supervisor
• May participate in special programs and/or events
• May be required to drive Club bus/van if CDL has been obtained
• Part-time employees are required to attend a certain amount of training (Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast management will determine dates and times)
• Review and respond to e-mails, voicemails and other forms of communication within one business day

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to development of youth between 12 to 18 years of age, group leadership skills, and an understanding of group dynamics
• Four-year college degree from an accredited college in related area/areas of youth development or equivalent related experience required
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the operation of a Boys & Girls Clubs (or similar organization) preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, manage budgets and control expenses
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Valid State Driver License

Required Competencies:

• Problem solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully and maintain confidentiality
• Interpersonal skills – maintain confidentiality, remain open to others’ ideas and exhibit a willingness to try new things
• Oral communications – speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrate group presentation skills
• Written communications – edit work for spelling and grammar, present numerical data effectively and able to read and interpret written information
• Planning/organizing – prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently
• Quality control – demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality
• Adaptability – adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
• Dependability – consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance
• Developing organizational talent – delegating
• Leadership skills – team building
• Personal initiative skills – organizational awareness, striving for excellence, professional development
• Relationship skills – teamwork
• Safety, health and environment skills – supporting a safe environment

Relationships:

Internal:

• Maintain daily contact with Club staff, including full time, part time, program and volunteers, to discuss issues, challenges and opportunities; provide and receive information as warranted; provide guidance and discipline to members; maintain regular contact with Program Directors in other Clubs within the same organization.
• Plan and oversee the administration of designated Club programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes
• Establish and maintain Club program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members.
• Ensure that site staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program.
• Ensure that program areas are safe, well ventilated and well lit.
• Ensure that club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis.
• Ensure programs /activities respond to member needs and address gender and cultural diversity.
• Control Club program and activity expenditures within approved budget.
• Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal.
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.
• Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases.
• Work collaboratively with Life Coach Director and Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and retain volunteers.

External:

• Maintain contact with other youth-serving agencies and parents of members and other youth served.
• Network with community providers to assist youth with support services.
• Work effectively with Life Coach and general volunteers in support and implementation of teen programs and services.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by and 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.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or fell objects, computers, files, and other general office equipment and products. Employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Employee must occasionally visit other Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast Clubs.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually low. When Club is in session, the noise level may be moderate to loud.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15