Program Director

Primary Function: The program director is responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of a specific program for youth. Program responsibility supports our priority outcome areas of academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and citizenship. The program director also provides leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff. As well as following all Vermont after-school licensing regulations. Key Roles (Essential job responsibilities): Prepare youth of success 1) Plan and oversee the administration of designated clubhouse programs and activities that support youth development outcomes: · Establish clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission. · Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals. · Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program areas. · Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members. Program development and implementation 2) Establish and maintain clubhouse program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members. Ensure that site staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program; that they ensure program areas are safe, well-ventilated and well lit; and that club equipment is maintained in good working condition. 3) Ensure the evaluation of club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/ activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity. 4) Control clubhouse program and activity expenditures within approved budget. Supervision 5) Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff 6) Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any problems/issues. 7) Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers. Marketing and public Relations 8) Increase visibility of club programs via posting of daily schedule, announcements of upcoming events and the dissemination of timely information of the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases. Additional responsibilities: · May consult with parents concerning member behavior · Assume other duties as assigned Relationships: Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with club staff (professional and volunteer), club members, and supervisor to receive/ provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/ instructions; and advise/ counsel External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, school, members parents and others to assist in resolving problems. Skills Knowledge Required: · High school diploma required associates or bachelor’s preferred · Minimum 2 years' work experience in a boys and girls club or similar organization · Strong communication skills both verbal and written · Group leading skills, including an understanding of group dynamics · Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities · Mandatory CPR & first aid certifications Physical requirement/ Work environment: Frequent walking, cleaning, and standing for long periods of time. Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, stop and crouch, reach for and handle items. Disclaimer: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Pay: From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 25.0 – 30.0 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person