Youth Club Manager

Job Summary
Youth 360 is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Club Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Wasilla youth after-school club. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day-to-day operation of a fun and welcoming teen program, managing a small staff team, communicating with families and partners and . This role requires skill and passion for connecting with teens, creativity and flexibility, the ability to set and maintain high expectations for youth, and a passion for enhancing the overall club experience.

Duties

• Responsible for day-to-day operation of a Youth Club afterschool program site, including building and upholding program norms, routines and expectations, scheduling and designing club activities, managing and organizing supplies and resources, coordinating staff responsibilities, operating food distribution, and handling daily schedule changes.
• Establish and maintain a program atmosphere that fosters a sense of belonging and connection for all youth participants.
• Develop and implement on-site programming with direction from youth and program leadership.
• Ensure supervision, oversight and safety of all youth participating in the Youth Club, in coordination with program providers and volunteers.
• Provide leadership, empowerment, direction, and feedback for staff members in activity planning, upholding club norms and expectations, and maintaining healthy, positive interactions with youth.
• Build constructive and collaborative relationships with school district staff and community partners.
• Encourage and cultivate parent engagement in youth club programming and direction.
• Conduct regular assessments of club performance and implement improvements as necessary.

Experience & Competencies

• Strong leadership abilities including strategic thinking, problem solving, teamwork, assertiveness, enthusiasm, creativity, and integrity.
• Ability to multi-task, learn quickly, and stay flexible and highly organized in fast-paced environment.
• Commitment and passion for working with youth, families, and the community.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build authentic relationships with diverse youth and families.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, recreation administration or related field preferred.
• A minimum of three years work experience including one or more years of working with youth in a classroom, after school, or recreation environment.
• Acceptance of the diversity of beliefs, values, experiences and interests of youth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $48,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Youth Work: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Wasilla, AK 99654 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $48,500