Program Coordinator: Loveland Club at Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County

Loveland, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Development, Public Speaking, Teaching, Group Facilitation, Mentoring, Behavior Management, Communication, Confidentiality, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Driving, Recruitment, Program Implementation, Event Planning, Adaptability, Teamwork

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County (BGCLC) is a place for kids to laugh, a place to learn, a place to grow, and a place to belong. It is the dedication of caring and trained professionals that make this possible for our youth. BGCLC is looking for an energetic, fun-loving, adaptable individual to help foster a fun, safe, and positive after-school experience for youth ages 6-18 in the Loveland, CO area. Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities Be responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs (including academic enrichment, character development, recreation, technology, sports, and the arts) Establish program objectives consistent with the 5 Key Elements for Positive Youth Development (Fun, Safe & Positive Environment, Recognition, Supportive Relationships, and Expectations). Provide guidance and act as a mentor/role model for our youth. Lead and implement Club-wide educational events or activities. Ensure the completion of BGCA contests, projects, and incentives. Transportation & Recruitment: Throughout the school semester, attend school events with the intention of sharing information about and recruiting for Club With Club Director support, identify 3-4 high yield schools and attend their events regularly Identify 2-3 further schools/community centers and attend their events quarterly Drive BGCLC transportation routes throughout the afterschool and summer programs Pick-up routes after school Pick-up routes in the morning (summer program, full days) Drop off routes in the evening, both afterschool and summer Field trip routes as assigned Assist with other duties as assigned This part-time, non-exempt 25 hours/week position starts at $18/hour ($18.50/hour - Bilingual Spanish skills) Requirements Education and Work Experience Requirements: Education Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning in education, human or social services, or a related field of study or 2-4 years relevant experience or combination of education and experience. Experience 2 years of experience in working with children in a youth development environment is required. At least two years of experience in public speaking, teaching/group facilitation, and experience and comfort level are working with representatives from agencies, community-based organizations, and youth is preferred. Must have a strong, sincere interest in working with children. Minimum Qualifications Requirements: Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. Demonstrated ability to comfortably and without judgment, communicate about sensitive subjects with youth and parents. Ability to maintain confidentiality, secure personal information, and comply with mandated reporting requirements. Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. Valid State Driver’s License with good driving record. Must pass a criminal background check and drug test. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly recommended. What we offer: Employee Assistance Program An opportunity to help positively shape the next generation of leaders A supportive team Personal and professional growth opportunities An engaging and fun work environment Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Physical Demands and Work Environment: (The phrases "occasionally", "regularly", and "frequently" correspond to the following definitions: "occasionally" means up to 1/3 of working time, "regularly" means between 1/3 and 2/3 of working time, and "frequently" means 2/3 and more of working time.) The work environment is the typical youth mentorship or after-school environment and/ or office environment. The environment can be loud, stressful, complicated, and constant interruptions throughout the workday/shift. The employee must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects, demonstrate superior interpersonal abilities-able to interact effectively with children and co-workers of all levels as well as with representatives of other organizations and institutions—ability to get along with diverse personalities: tact, maturity, and flexibility. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to work in a fast-paced environment with requirements that include: sight, speaking, hearing, reaching, listening, sitting, standing, stooping. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and should do so in a sound and safe manner. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is chaotic and loud.

Responsibilities

The Program Coordinator will create, implement, and oversee a variety of programs for youth ages 6-18, ensuring a fun and safe environment. They will also provide mentorship and guidance while leading educational events and recruiting participants from local schools.