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SOCIAL RECREATION DIRECTOR                                                  POSTED: 2/23/10

Full-time or Part-time (M-F)

Major responsibility is to oversee the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events in the club’s social recreation program areas for youth ages 6-12.  Additional responsibilities include the oversight of program staff and department budget.

Responsibilities:

  • In conjunction with department staff, provide a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Social Recreation Program for members 6-12. The Director will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc.   Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight of daily games, tournaments, and other leisure activities, and supervision of Torch Club.

  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.

  • Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.  Participate in NENAPC programming as appropriate.

  • Coordinate volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.

  • Participate in program/service outcome measurement processes and other evaluations programs including BGCA’s annual evaluation Commitment to Quality. 

  • Orient, train and supervise department staff (including work-study students, junior staff, volunteers). Provide annual performance evaluations for applicable staff in a timely manner. 

  • Secure, maintain and monitor budget, materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s).  Maintain cleanliness of program area(s). 

  • Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate. 

  • Travel between sites and to activities as needed

  • Other related duties as specified by the Program Director.

Qualifications:                   

  • BA/BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered

  • Direct experience developing and delivering recreation/leisure programs for youth; experience in out-of-school-time settings preferred

  • Knowledge of trends in leisure activities, community service and leadership activities for youth ages 6-12

  • Minimum one year supervisory experience

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

  • MS Office and web competency preferred

  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change

  • Valid driver’s license required

 

SOCIAL WORKER                                                                     POSTED: 02/17/2010

Full-Time (M-F)

Summary:

Major responsibility is to serve as a resource within the Club, providing a variety of short-term social services and referrals to members and their families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Advocate for services, short-term goal oriented individual and family ongoing support, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and mediation.

  • Organize and lead short-term psycho-educational small groups for members addressing issues/topics including, but not limited to, substance use/abuse, sexuality, self-esteem, peer leadership, and general health and fitness.

  • Work with clubhouse staff to problem-solve intervention strategies targeting ‘at-risk’ members and their families. Be available for coordinating/delivering training programs/workshops for staff.

  • Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate. 

  • Coordinate volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members and staff. Develop a social service resource network outside within the neighborhood/community.

  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the department as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.

  • Participate in program/service outcome measurement processes and other evaluations programs including BGCA’s annual evaluation Commitment to Quality. 

  • Secure, maintain and monitor budget, materials, equipment and other resources.

  • Participate in weekly individual and group supervision sessions (including clinical supervision); participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate. 

  • Travel between sites and to activities as needed

  • Other related duties as specified by the Executive Director.

 

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands):

  • MSW and MA LCSW required

  • Three years pre- or post- Masters experience working with youth and families

  • Knowledge of social service issues, trends, and resources

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • MS Office and web competency preferred

  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change

  • Valid driver’s license required

 

AQUATICS DIRECTOR                                                         POSTED: 12/14/09

Full-time (M-F)

Major responsibility is to oversee the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events in the club’s aquatics program areas for youth ages 6-18.  Additional responsibilities include the oversight of program staff and department budget.

Responsibilities:

  • In conjunction with department staff, provide a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Aquatics Program. The Director will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc.  Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight of open swim, swim lessons, swim team, and lifeguard training.

  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.

  • Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.  Participate in NENEAPC programs as appropriate.

  • Coordinate volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.

  • Participate in program/service outcome measurement processes and other evaluations programs including BGCA’s annual evaluation Commitment to Quality. 

  • Orient, train and supervise department staff (including work-study students, junior staff, volunteers). Provide annual performance evaluations for applicable staff in a timely manner. 

  • Secure, maintain and monitor budget, materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s).  Maintain cleanliness of program area(s). 

  • Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate.

  • Travel between sites and to activities as needed

  • Other related duties as specified by the Director of Operations.

Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered

  • Direct experience developing and delivering aquatics programs for youth; experience in out-of-school-time settings preferred

  • Knowledge of trends in swimming techniques, pool maintenance, and lifeguard training

  • WSI, lifeguard, first aid, and CPR certifications; pool operator certification preferred

  • Minimum one year supervisory experience

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

  • MS Office and web competency preferred

  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change

  • Valid driver’s license required

 

YOUTH INSTRUCTOR-TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM                         POSTED: 09/09/2009

Full-Time (M-F  12-8PM)

Summary:

Two major responsibilities are oversight of all aspects of the BGCB Technology Program (planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programming within the club’s technology program area for youth ages 6-18) and the clubhouse’s technology including the LAN, all hardware, software and peripherals.  Additional responsibilities include the supervision of program staff, department budget, program support to other clubhouse program areas, and the training of BGCB staff and other stakeholders as appropriate. 

 

Responsibilities:

PROGRAM

  • Within the Harcourt Learning and Technology Center (HLTC), manage all aspects of program design, delivery and evaluation consistent with the guidelines of the Intel Computer Clubhouse and the objectives of the BGCB Technology Program.  Ensure members have the opportunity to design projects and express themselves creatively utilizing technology in a learner-centered environment.  Expose members to technology beyond their clubhouse via trips to other BGCB clubs, the Intel Computer Clubhouse, MIT Media Lab, Museum of Science and other locations deemed appropriate.

  • Supervise and discipline members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.

  • Develop and participate in collaborative programs/events with other clubhouse staff and staff from other BGCB clubhouses.

  • Manage and actively participate in all aspects of appropriate external collaborative efforts/programs and community-based initiatives (e.g. Technology Goes Home, pilots of software and other program activities, community consortiums, ICCN collaborative programs).  Documentation of the experience, reports, grants and other reporting responsibilities are to be completed in a professional and timely manner.  Assess opportunities of new partnership opportunities and make recommendations to Executive Director and Director of Technology Programs.

  •  Participate in program/service outcome measurement processes and other evaluations including BGCA’s annual evaluation, Commitment to Quality.

  • Act as an on-site technology program/activity resource to clubhouse department heads.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND TRAINING

  • Oversee basic operation and support of the LAN infrastructure; serve as first point-of-contact for technical support throughout the clubhouse; assist IT staff (internal and external) as necessary. 

  • Assist with integration of technology throughout the club including set-up and maintenance of hardware and software.

ADMINISTRATIVE

  • Orient, train and supervise department staff; provide annual performance evaluations for applicable staff in a timely manner.

  • Recruit and retain mentors and other volunteers who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.

  • Attend bi-weekly Technology Team meetings, monthly Intel Computer Clubhouse Network (ICCN) meetings, and other meetings deemed appropriate by either/both supervisors.  Participate in professional development opportunities as approved by either/both supervisors include ICCN trainings/conferences.

  • Secure, maintain and monitor budget, supplies, equipment and other resources belonging to the technology program.  Maintain cleanliness of program area.

  • Travel between sites and to activities as needed.

  • Other related duties as specified by the Director of Operations and/or Director of Technology Programs.

Qualifications:

  • BA/BS required; equivalent experience (including certifications) considered

  • Direct experience developing and delivering technology programs to youth in a inquiry-based learning environment

  • Knowledge of project-based learning, web-based tools and software

  • Experience as a teacher and/or trainer preferred

  • Minimum one year supervisory experience; experience managing collaborative programs/efforts preferred

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

  • MS Office and web competency required; network and other technical knowledge preferred

  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change

  • Valid drivers license required