Program Specialist

TITLE: Program Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Programs & Operations

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator

SALARY: Hourly starting at $15/hr

KEY ROLES:

Program Planning

• The Program Specialist will plan, organize and facilitate youth programs and activities in specific program areas focused on Art, STEM, Learning and Recreation.
• Program Planning Worksheets should be completed thoroughly and turned in on time to the Summer Coordinator who will review the Program Planning Worksheets and then submit them to the Director of Operations for review. The Program Planning Worksheets will be filed by the Director of Operations to monitor the completion of programming responsibilities of the program staff for quarterly and/or yearly review.
• The Program Specialist will review the daily and weekly plans with Support Specialists.
• The Program Specialist will respect and meet all program deadlines set by appropriate Directors. The Program Specialist will collect, review and submit all Program Planning Worksheets to the Directors for review.
• The Program Specialist will ensure that program and office supplies are on hand and create a list of supplies in advance to submit to Directors in a timely manner.

Safe & Positive BASE Site Environment

• The Program Specialist must ensure a respectful, responsible and safe climate for all BASE staff members kids at all times. This includes programs the Summer Youth Support Specialists are implementing as well as the surrounding visible areas and any other area within the Program Specialist’s range of senses.
• The Program Specialist should ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and that it is being used in its intended manner.
• The Program Specialist must show a positive and inspirational attitude at BASE for staff, BASE kids, parents and families, and community members.
• The Program Specialist will communicate with BASE parents/guardians regarding any behaviors that threaten a safe & positive BASE site environment and introduce solutions or progressive actions.

Program Implementation & Evaluation

• The Program Specialist is personally involved in programming and site management and demonstrates high levels of enthusiasm towards BASE staff, kids and visitors while encouraging participation.
• The Program Specialist should constantly praise BASE staff members and kids for good efforts and provide constructive feedback to ensure they get the most out of every experience.

Member Support

• The Program Specialist provides guidance to all BASE staff members, BASE kids, and volunteers.
• The Program Specialist must be able to recognize challenging situations and have the ability to assess and diffuse the situations appropriately, assisting staff in employing effective and consistent skills.
• The Program Specialist will assist with one-on-one sessions with BASE kids for problem solving and conflict resolution when required.
• The Program Specialist should always be conscious to encourage positive values and ethical behaviors. The Program Specialist should strive to model these values and behaviors not only while working at BASE but outside of BASE as well.

Administration

• The Program Specialist will complete all tasks assigned by the Directors.
• The Program Specialist will adhere to the BASE systems of data collection and record keeping.
• The Program Specialist will be consistent with the safety reporting systems and guidelines.
• The Program Specialist will adhere to the BASE Social Media Policy and all BASE Policies & Procedures.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE RECOMMENDED:

• High school diploma or GED/18 years old
• If still in high school, must be a junior or senior
• First Aid and CPR Certifications
• Experience working with youth preferred
• Basic problem solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Valid State Driver's License preferred
• Mandatory Reporting Webinar completion certificate

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 is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15